England’s slow-burn T20 World Cup heads for Super 8s with campaign yet to ignite

England are into the second phase despite struggling for form but Jamie Overton insists ‘there’s plenty more cricket in us’ If there was one thing the players of England and Italy agreed on at the end of a hugely entertaining and, from an English perspective, frequently concerning match at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, it was that the situation favoured their opponents. England felt the Italians, unburdened by expectation, enjoyed a free hit. “It’s not an easy game, because all the pressure is on us,” said Jamie Overton. “It’s not easy for them either, but they can go and show what they can do.” Continue reading...

By Simon Burntonin Kolkata

Will power sees England through at T20 World Cup

England secured a T20 World Cup Super Eights spot with a 24-run victory over Italy, despite persistent batting frailties. Will Jacks' rapid unbeaten 53 salvaged England's innings, which reached 202 for 7. Italy showed resilience, notably through Ben Manenti's 60, but ultimately fell short.