Overview
- Playing their first ICC tournament, Italy chased 124 at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium with more than seven overs to spare for a 10-wicket result.
- Brothers Justin and Anthony Mosca saw off the target unbeaten, with the finish prompting tears and jubilant scenes on the field.
- Bollywood actor Kabir Bedi joined the dressing-room festivities, as Italy Cricket president Simone Gambino vowed in a team video to go after England next.
- Stand-in captain Harry Manenti said the side brings a distinct Italian passion to cricket, with regular skipper Wayne Madsen out after a dislocated shoulder.
- The federation cites about 1,800 players and around 100 clubs and hopes the breakthrough accelerates facilities and fixtures in Rome, Milan and Bologna, with England next at Eden Gardens on Monday.