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Business Standard
a day ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
Italy script history, secure maiden T20 WC spot alongside Netherlands
The final day of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier delivered a thrilling finish as Italy and the Netherlands clinched the two available spots for the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, set to take place in India and Sri Lanka. In a historic milestone, Italy secured qualification for the T20 World Cup for the first time ever. Heading into the final day, all four teams, Netherlands, Italy, Jersey, and Scotland, were still mathematically in the race to qualify. Italy faced the Netherlands in a high-stakes clash, knowing they had to keep the match competitive even in defeat to stay alive on net run rate (NRR). After being restricted to 134/7, Italy's qualification hopes hinged on slowing down the Dutch chase. Italy, Netherlands book T20 World Cup berth Despite a blazing start from the Netherlands, particularly through openers Michael Levitt and Max O'Dowd, Italy managed to drag the game deep. The Netherlands eventually chased down the target in the 17th over, just late enough for Italy to maintain a superior NRR over Jersey, who had earlier stunned Scotland with their first-ever win against them. Italy's innings was built on a steady knock by Benjamin Manenti and a late flourish from Grant Stewart, who gave the innings much-needed momentum after consistent wicket losses. Dutch spinner Roelof van der Merwe was outstanding with the ball, finishing with figures of 3/15 in four overs, while Kyle Klein also kept things tight. Although the Netherlands won the match comfortably, Italy had done just enough to cross the qualification line, celebrating a historic achievement for Italian cricket. Jersey's heartbreak was amplified by the qualification equation: had both Jersey and Italy won, they would have advanced together. However, Jersey's win and Italy's loss meant only one of them could progress, and Italy edged ahead on net run rate. With Italy and the Netherlands joining the qualified teams, 15 nations have now secured their places for the 2026 T20 World Cup. The remaining five spots will be filled through the Asia-East Asia Pacific and Africa Qualifiers in the coming months.
News18
3 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Italy On Verge Of Qualifying For T20 World Cup 2026 After Shocking Win Over Scotland
Last Updated: Italy will qualify for the T20 World Cup 2026 if they manage to get the better of the Netherlands in their last league match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier. The Italy men's cricket team is on the cusp of creating history. The European team stunned Scotland by 12 runs on Wednesday (July 9) at The Hague to take a giant step towards qualifying for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The 2026 edition of the men's T20 World Cup will be played in India and Sri Lanka early next year. With a total of five points after three matches played so far in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier 2025, Italy top the points table. If the Joe Burns-led side manage to get the better of the Netherlands in their last league match on Friday (July 11) at Sportpark Westvliet in The Hague, then they will qualify for the T20 World Cup for the first time ever. And even if Italy lose the match against the Netherlands team, then also they will still have a chance to progress. For that, they just have to make sure that they finish above Scotland and Jersey in the points table. As of now, Jersey and Scotland have 3 points each to their credit, and they will face each other on Friday. The winner of that game will have a chance to match Italy's tally of 5 points. But still, Italy can finish above them due to a better net run rate and seal the deal. According to Italy captain Burns, it feels 'very surreal" after his side took a major step towards qualifying for their first T20 World Cup. 35-year-old Burns, who played 23 Tests for Australia from 2014 to 2020 before pledging his allegiance to Italy last year, as per BBC Sport, said that his side 'technically cannot celebrate too hard at the moment" after the win in the Hague and acknowledged 'there's still a big game on Friday." 'I am really proud of the boys for this moment. To come and beat Scotland, who are a fantastic team, is a nice reward for sacrifices our players, staff, and federation have made," said Burns. 'Hopefully this is the stepping stone for a lot to come. It's a very emotional group at the moment. Being on the verge of a World Cup? It's very surreal." In the 2024 edition of the T20 World Cup, USA, Canada, Uganda, Papua New Guinea, and Nepal made their debut, and USA even went on to stun the heavyweights Pakistan at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. view comments First Published: July 09, 2025, 21:24 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
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
All you need to know about Scotland's T20 tri-series
Off the back of four one-day internationals against the Netherlands and Nepal, Scotland travel from Dundee to Glasgow for four T20 internationals against the same opposition. Having won two of their four outings in the longer format, Richie Berrington's side will be keen to find some consistency. Advertisement Here is everything you need to know about the tri-series at Clydesdale Cricket Club. Who's in the Scotland squad? Essex seamer Mackenzie Jones could make his T20 international debut having made his ODI bow in Dundee, while Chris Greaves and Chris McBride are added to the squad having missed out on the recent ODIs. County players, such as Lancashire's Michael Jones, Sussex's Brad Currie and Somerset's Andrew Umeed, are not included. Cricket Scotland said: "Several players not included in the squads were considered for selection but were not available due to work, personal circumstances or county commitments." Advertisement Scotland squad: Richie Berrington (capt), Matthew Cross, Jasper Davidson, Chris Greaves, Jack Jarvis, Mackenzie Jones, Michael Leask, Charlie Cassell, Chris McBride, Finlay McCreath, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Liam Naylor, Safyaan Sharif, Mark Watt. What are these matches for? The main purpose of this series is to provide much-needed practice before Scotland travel to the Netherlands for the T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier in July. Two teams will qualify from the five-team tournament, which also features Italy, Guernsey and Jersey. The Scots last played official matches in this format when Australia visited last summer, having impressed at the T20 World Cup earlier in 2024. How good are Nepal & Netherlands? Scotland are the best side of the three, based solely on the ICC Men's T20 world rankings which have Scotland 13th, the Dutch 14th and Nepal 18th. Advertisement The truth is somewhat harder to gauge, given the lack of matches played by associate members in this format. In the recent Cricket World Cup League 2 series played between the three teams, the matches were tightly contested in the main, showcasing the magnificent cricket associate members have to offer. Nepal and Scotland played out two thrilling matches that went down to the final over in Dundee, winning one each, while the Netherlands bounced back from three straight defeats to chase down Scotland's 369 in the final match of the series. Players to look out for George Munsey and Brandon McMullen are Scotland's two best top-order batters and both have international hundreds in 2025. Advertisement Left-handed opener Munsey smashed 191 off 150 balls against the Netherlands on Thursday - Scotland's record score in ODIs - while Safyaan Sharif became his country's all-time leading wicket taker in the same match. Captain Richie Berrington continues to defy his age with the bat and will be playing on his home ground at Clydesdale. With the ball, 20-year-old Jones could be handed more opportunities given the strugglers of other Scotland seamers recently and Currie's absence. He impressed in his first Scotland appearance, taking 3-55 in the two-run win over Nepal. Liam Naylor and Chris McBride have both been standout performers in Scottish club cricket for RH Corstorphine and Carlton, respectively, and will want to force their way into the side before next month's qualifier.
