Key points
- Harry Manenti takes over captaincy
- Italy face busy World Cup schedule
- Scotland post commanding 207 total
KOLKATA: Italy’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup campaign suffered an early setback after captain Wayne Madsen was forced out of their match against Scotland with a shoulder injury at Eden Gardens on Sunday.
The incident occurred in the fourth over of Scotland’s innings when Madsen, stationed at midwicket, dived to intercept a pull shot from George Munsey. He landed awkwardly on the practice pitches and immediately signalled for medical assistance.
The 42-year-old left the field with his left arm supported in a makeshift sling and was taken for X-rays at the ground, with officials later confirming he would take no further part in the match.
Madsen, Italy’s most experienced player, is featuring in his first T20 World Cup. Shoulder dislocations generally require between seven and 21 days of recovery, although more serious injuries can rule players out for several months.
International regulations
Current international regulations do not permit like-for-like injury replacements, except in cases of concussion, despite domestic trials in countries such as India and Australia.
Appointed captain after Joe Burns missed selection, Madsen was leading Italy in his second World Cup across sports, having previously represented South Africa in men’s hockey in 2006. Harry Manenti assumed the captaincy following his departure.
Italy are scheduled to face Nepal in Mumbai on February 12, before returning to Kolkata to play England on February 16 and West Indies on February 19.
Earlier, Scotland amassed an imposing 207 for 4, with Munsey top-scoring with 84 and Brandon McMullen adding an unbeaten 41, while Michael Leask provided late acceleration with a rapid cameo.
