sam curranKolkata: England's Sam Curran plays a shot during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between England and Scotland at the Eden Gardens, in Kolkata, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026. (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra)(PTI02_14_2026_000441B)

What Happened

In a recent T20 World Cup match held in Kolkata, England secured a five-wicket victory over Scotland, with Sam Curran contributing 28 runs to the team’s total. England chased down Scotland’s score of 152, finishing at 155-5 in 18.2 overs. Tom Banton led the charge with an unbeaten 63, while Jacob Bethell added 32 runs to the scoreboard.

Why It Matters

This victory is crucial for England as it keeps them on track for advancing to the Super Eights. A win in their upcoming match against Italy will ensure their progression in the tournament. Curran’s performance, along with Banton’s, highlights the team’s resilience and ability to recover from early setbacks, as they were initially struggling at 13-2.

What’s Next

England’s next challenge is against Italy, scheduled for Monday at the same Eden Gardens stadium. The team aims to build on their recent success and secure a spot in the next round of the tournament.