West Indies cruise past Italy, enter Super 8 unbeaten
West Indies wrapped up the T20 World Cup group stage in style on February 19, 2026, beating Italy by 42 runs in Kolkata to secure a flawless run into the Super 8. A powerful batting effort followed by sharp bowling ensured complete control from start to finish.
After putting up a challenging total, the Caribbean bowlers applied constant pressure, striking at regular intervals and never allowing Italy’s chase to gather pace.
“We wanted to stamp our authority early,” skipper Rovman Powell said. “Carrying winning momentum into the next round is crucial.”
Italy’s captain conceded, “They were clinical in every department and deserved the result.”
Unbeaten and brimming with confidence, West Indies now move into the Super 8 as serious title contenders.