"T20 World Cup debutants Italy have had a bruising introduction to cricket's biggest stage as they suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland in Kolkata, India. Scotland posted a hefty 207-4 on Monday with opener George Munsey top-scoring with 84, and in reply, Italy were bowled out for 134 in 16.4 overs. list of 4 itemsend of list A nation better known for its football, Italy are cricket minnows and the lowest-ranked side in the 20-team tournament."
"Chasing a mammoth 208 for victory, Italy suffered early blows before a valiant fourth-wicket partnership of 73 between brothers Ben and Harry Manenti kept them afloat at Eden Gardens. But Harry departed for 37 and Ben got out after his 31-ball 52 as the Italian batting collapsed from 113-3. Captain Wayne Madsen could not bat after he badly injured his shoulder while fielding. Off-spinner Michael Leask took 4-17 for Scotland, adding to his batting cameo of an unbeaten 22 off five balls."
"Scotland captain Richie Berrington said it was vital for his team to bounce back after losing their opening match of the tournament to the West Indies. Really pleased to get our first win. In the end, it was a comprehensive win, but we had to work hard for it, he said. We knew they had good players in the lineup. Early wickets were key, and it put us on the front foot."
Scotland dominated Italy at Eden Gardens, posting 207-4 with George Munsey top-scoring with 84 and a 126-run opening stand with Michael Jones. Brandon McMullen's unbeaten 41 off 18 balls and late attacking from Michael Leask propelled Scotland to the tournament's highest total so far. Italy, the lowest-ranked side and cricket minnows, replied poorly after a 73-run fourth-wicket stand between brothers Ben and Harry Manenti; Ben scored 52 and Harry 37. The Italian batting collapsed from 113-3 to 134 all out in 16.4 overs. Wayne Madsen was unable to bat due to a shoulder injury. Leask finished with 4-17.
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