What Happened In the opening match of the day, West Indies continued their unbeaten streak by defeating Italy by 42 runs in Kolkata during the T20 World Cup 2026. The match saw West Indies score 165 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, while Italy was bowled out for 123 runs in just 18 overs. Why It Matters This victory secured West Indies a spot in the Super 8s of the tournament, completing a perfect record of four wins in four group-stage matches. Italy, the newest entrants from Europe, faced a harsh reality check against a seasoned West Indies team, marking the end of their campaign in this World Cup. What’s Next Looking ahead, West Indies will advance to the Super 8s, where they will face tougher competition. Meanwhile, Italy will reflect on their debut World Cup experience, aiming to build on the lessons learned for future tournaments. Post navigation Fabrizio Romano Reports on Marcus Rashford’s Future Amid Barcelona Loan Zimbabwe Continues Unbeaten Streak: Highlights from sri lanka vs zimbabwe