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India Gazette
4 days ago
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- India Gazette
Italy script history, qualify for T20 World Cup 2026; Netherlands earn a spot as well
The Hague [Netherlands], July 11 (ANI): Italy made history after securing qualification for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, despite losing to the Netherlands at The Hague on Friday. Italy will mark their first appearance in next year's marquee event. Along with Italy, the Netherlands booked their berth in the tournament after gunning a 135-run target with consummate ease to complete a nine-wicket triumph. The final day of the Europe Qualifiers for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup turned into a roller coaster ride. All four sides, Italy, Netherlands, Scotland and Jersey had an opportunity to confirm their presence in the tournament. Scotland, who have featured in the last four editions of the tournament, hoped to qualify, but their hopes ended on a bitter note after a last-ball defeat against Jersey earlier on Friday. In a must-win battle, Jersey crossed the line on the final delivery of the game and pulled off a stunning win by chasing a 134-run target. Even after pulling off a one-wicket heist, Jersey, who were level with Italy on five points, were knocked out of the race due to Italy's superior net run rate. Italy needed to avoid a heavy defeat, which they managed by stretching their defence from 134/7 to 16.2 overs. After opting to bat, Italy lost their opening pair, Justin Mosca and Emilio Gay, within the first three overs. Italy captain Joe Burns hammered 22 before falling in the seventh over, which reduced them to 41/3. Wicketkeeper-batter Marcus Campopiano's cheap dismissal added to Italy's woes as they tottered on 46/4 in the ninth over. Benjamin Manenti's 27-ball 30 and Grant Stewart's 25(16) helped Italy garner 33 runs in the last three overs, which propelled them to 134/7. In reply, the Netherlands were quick off the blocks and hammered 66/0 in the powerplay. Michael Levitt and Max O'Dowd's 81-run opening stand ended in the eighth over. Crishan Kalugamage removed Levitt's stay on 34(25), but the Dutch side quickly rebounded after captain Scott Edwards forged an unbeaten 64-run stand for the second wicket to see the Netherlands home. As of now, 15 teams have qualified for the T20 World Cup next year. The Asia EAP qualifier will see three more sides feature in the competition, while two further teams will make it through from the Africa qualifier. Teams qualified for the T20 World Cup 2026: Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, England, India, Ireland, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, USA, West Indies. (ANI)
News18
5 days ago
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- News18
Fans In Shock As Italy Qualify For ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Not On My Bingo Card
Last Updated: Italy qualified for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after strong performances in the European Qualifiers, with key players Justin Mosca and Harry Manenti. Italy made history by booking their place in the ICC Men's T20 World 2026 in India and Sri Lanka, securing their place by qualifying via the European Qualifiers. Fans were left shocked and amused as Italy qualified for the ICC Men's T20 World 2026. ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????????? 🤩Italy will make their first-ever appearance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 🙌 #T20WorldCup — ICC (@ICC) July 11, 2025 Italy qualifying for a cricket World Cup while they've missed the last two football World Cups is hilarious.— Yashodhan Nakhare (@yashnakhare) July 11, 2025 Italy qualifying for the Cricket World Cup was not on my bingo card this year— AZ (@syedxaz) July 11, 2025 How Italy Qualified For ICC Men's T20 World 2026? In their first game, The Azzurri started strong by chasing down Guernsey's modest total of 122 in just 14 overs, thanks to Justin Mosca's explosive 66* off 37 balls. Harry Manenti excelled with the ball, taking 3/17, leading Italy to a comfortable 7-wicket victory. Rain interfered with their next match against Jersey. The washout resulted in shared points in a crucial clash that could have influenced the standings. Italy bounced back against Scotland with a historic win. Emilio Gay's impressive 50 on debut set the pace and Manenti's remarkable 5/31, his first T20I five-wicket haul, helped defend a total of 167, securing a 12-run victory. What Were Italy's Results In ICC Men's T20 World 2026 Europe Qualifier? 5 July 2025 – Italy vs Guernsey Italy won by 7 wickets Guernsey: 122/9 (20 overs) Italy: 127/3 (14 overs) 6 July 2025 – Italy vs Jersey The match was abandoned due to rain without a toss 9 July 2025 – Italy vs Scotland Italy won by 12 runs Italy: 167/6 (20 overs) Scotland: 155/5 (20 overs) 11 July 2025 – Italy vs Netherlands Netherlands won by 9 wickets Italy: 134/7 (20 overs) Netherlands: 135/1 (16.2 overs) Which Teams Have Qualified For 2026 T20 World Cup? In 2026, the showpiece event will feature 20 teams, including hosts India and Sri Lanka. Other teams that have secured automatic qualification are Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, South Africa, the West Indies, and the United States, all of whom reached the Super Eights stage in the last T20 World Cup. Additionally, Pakistan, New Zealand, and Ireland have secured automatic qualification due to their T20I rankings. With Italy securing its place as the 13th qualified country, alongside the Netherlands as the 14th, six spots remain available. These remaining positions will be decided through regional qualifier tournaments, with two teams qualifying from Africa, one from the Americas, and three from the Asia/East Asia-Pacific region. view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 22:28 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Italy beat Guernsey in T20 World Cup qualifier
Guernsey had never played in the final stage of qualifying for a T20 World Cup before [ICC] ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier, Voorburg Cricket Club, The Hague Guernsey 122-9 (20): T Nightingale 35; H Manenti 3-17, B Manenti 2-21 Italy 127-3 (14): Mosca 66no, Burns 30. Italy win by seven wickets Advertisement Match scorecard Guernsey suffered a heavy seven-wicket loss to Italy in their opening game in the European T20 World Cup qualifiers. Playing in the final round of qualification for the first time the Channel Islanders struggled with the bat in Utrecht as they were restricted to 122-9. Italy made their target of 127-3 in just 14 overs as opener Justin Mosca scored 66 not out. It mean both Channel Island sides lost their opening matches after Jersey were beaten by hosts the Netherlands earlier on Saturday. Guernsey will face Scotland on Sunday before then meeting Jersey and the hosts in the round robin format tournament. Advertisement The top two sides in the five-team group will qualify for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Italy's attack proved too strong for Guernsey [ICC] Guernsey made a poor start as Adam Martel was run out for 1 at the end of the first over. Martin Dale Bradley and Ben Fitchet put on 33 for the second wicket before Bradley was caught by former Australia Test player Joe Burns for 18. Fitchet was trapped lbw by Harry Manenti two balls later as they slumped to 36-3 off 5.4 overs. Matt Stokes went on to make 13 while Tom Nightingale's 35 provided the backbone of Guernsey's innings - he and brother Ollie put on 24 for the sixth wicket. But when Tom was caught and bowled by Benjamin Manenti for 35 Guernsey's outside hopes ended as they lost three wickets for just one run to leave them on 101-8 off 16.4 overs. Advertisement Ollie Nightingale scored 17 before he was caught with the penultimate ball of the innings as the Sarnians ended on 122-9. Luke Bichard took Emilio Gay's wicket in the first over for 8 as Italy's reply began with a stutter. But they recovered well as Mosca and Burns (30) put on 62 for the second wicket before Harry Manenti hit 22 off 22 balls. Manenti was dismissed after 13.3 overs as Mosca guided the Italians home with an impressive 37-ball knock that included three sixes and six fours.
