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Italy vs Scotland: Italy Secures Crucial Win Again Scotland

Islamabad, July 10, 2025: Italy shocked Scotland by clinching a 12-run victory in Italy vs Scotland ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Europe Region Final clash held in The Hague on Wednesday. With this win Italy has now move a step closer to earning a spot in the tournament scheduled in India and Sri Lanka early next year.

Italy now temporarily tops the standings with two wins and one no result in its three matches so far, staying two points ahead of both Jersey and Scotland.

After winning the toss and choosing to bat, opener Emilio Gay smashed a 21-ball fifty, with solid contributions from Harry Manenti and a quickfire knock from Grant Stewart.

In reply, opener George Munsey’s kept Scotland in the hunt during their pursuit of 168. However, Manenti’s five-wicket spell proved decisive, limiting Richie Berrington’s team to 155 for five by the end of their allotted 20 overs.

Italy, captained by former Australian Test batter Joe Burns, will face the Netherlands in its concluding group encounter on July 11. A victory in this game would confirm Italy’s berth in the 2026 World Cup. If Italy fails to secure additional points, their qualification hopes will rely on Net Run Rate, with Jersey and Scotland set to clash in their final fixture.