T20 World Cup: Pizzeria activist Krishan Kalugamage, Mosca brothers lead Italy to first ever World Cup win, 10-wicket win against Nepal
When Anthony Moska dug a yorker-length ball from Dipendra Singh Ari in the 13th over and ran for the single that sealed it, he threw both arms into the sky of Mumbai. Then a roar was heard. E. At the other end, his brother Justin was waiting. The hug was immediate. Soon there were tears.
Italy had silenced the Nepali-heavy crowd and created history – 10-wicket win over Nepal Group C , and their first win in the World Cup. Margin was strong. Performance, clinical. And at its heart were three men who wrote an evening in Italian cricket and so on.
Pursuing 124 runs, the Mosca brothers scored h Trivialized the target in 12.4 overs. Justin, who is three years younger by profession and a physical education teacher, set the tone. Powerplay was a massacre – 50 runs in four overs because he had Torn up fast bowlers and spinners alike, drive, pull and loft with fearless intent.
Justin, who grew up in Sydney with Anthon yes, never fulfilled his ambitions to become a professional ा।
“I never aspired to play professional cricket in Australia. I studied for a teaching degree and was in university, so it was hard for me to pursue cricket. I love cricket for the competitive side and the team aspect, which is why I love playing with these boys, ”he told The Indian Express.
On Thursday, hanging in the balance with Italy, he He produced perhaps the best innings of his life as the evening sun set over Mumbai.
At the other end stood Anthony, a carpenter and a builder for 12 years, Matt ching his brother for a stroke. Sixes were flowing on both sides of the wicket. Nepalese bowlers looked for control but found none. Italy were 68/0 after six overs, the competition decided effectively.
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“There were definitely some tears in the boys' eyes. It meant a lot, especi for two Mosca brothers – It was unprecedented to chase 100 at once. We were also excellent in this area. In our first game, nothing went our way. Today, everything happened. But it was because we shed instead of being temporary Durr played cricket as we did in our first World Cup match (against Scotland). Seeing AJ Mosca in tears reveals what it means. You don't often see players crying on the group stage Victory – but that's what the Italians bring, "said Acting Captain Harry Manenti in the post-match presentation.
The two brothers completed their fifties in the 11th over. Rohit Pa Udel reveals his spin options Shuffled through, checked for a breakthrough, but no opening. The pair remained unbeaten – Anthony for 62, Justin for 60 – as Italy won with 44 balls to spare.
I if moss When Kuskas finished with the bat, Krishan Kalugamage started working with the ball. Most Sundays, the 34-year-old is shaping dough in a pizzeria in Luka, tattooing orders during one of the Tuscany The busiest shift of ’fetching'. On Thursday, he shaped something very big – Nepal's innings.
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Sri Lanka Born in 2007, the leg-spinner, who moved to Italy with his parents in 2007, returned figures of 3/18 in four overs. These were not token wickets at the time of death. Rohit Poudel, Deepender Singh Ari and Gulshan Jha all gi For its variations, each dismissal tightens Italy's grip.
His journey has been nothing but straightforward.
“I lost a lot of jobs. Sunday is a very busy day, lots of bosses for you A is not keen working because you are playing cricket, "he had told the BBC, underlining the sacrifices required to take cricket forward in a country where sports barely register t is occurring.
Once a fast bowler, repeated injuries forced him to reassess. The switch proved to be transformative. Roma Creek in 2015-16 Since joining T Club and joining the national team in 2022, Kalugamage has evolved as a control bowler. Before the World Cup, he also played with Sri Lanka as a net bowler Spent time, consulted Wanindu Hasranga - one of the leg-spinners along with Sha - Warne and Rashid Khan.
In the afternoon sun in Mumbai, Tuscany's Pizzaiolo gave a spin with a bite until the moss By the time his brother got out, it was hard work. The rest of Italy did-and made history.
Brief Score: Nepal all out for 123 in 19.3 overs (Arif Sheikh 27; Krishan Kalugamage 3/18) 12.4 overs I lost to Italy by 124/0 (Anthony Moska 62*, Justin Moska 60*) by 10 wickets.
Italy had silenced the Nepali-heavy crowd and created history – 10-wicket win over Nepal Group C , and their first win in the World Cup. Margin was strong. Performance, clinical. And at its heart were three men who wrote an evening in Italian cricket and so on.
Pursuing 124 runs, the Mosca brothers scored h Trivialized the target in 12.4 overs. Justin, who is three years younger by profession and a physical education teacher, set the tone. Powerplay was a massacre – 50 runs in four overs because he had Torn up fast bowlers and spinners alike, drive, pull and loft with fearless intent.
Justin, who grew up in Sydney with Anthon yes, never fulfilled his ambitions to become a professional ा।
“I never aspired to play professional cricket in Australia. I studied for a teaching degree and was in university, so it was hard for me to pursue cricket. I love cricket for the competitive side and the team aspect, which is why I love playing with these boys, ”he told The Indian Express.
On Thursday, hanging in the balance with Italy, he He produced perhaps the best innings of his life as the evening sun set over Mumbai.
At the other end stood Anthony, a carpenter and a builder for 12 years, Matt ching his brother for a stroke. Sixes were flowing on both sides of the wicket. Nepalese bowlers looked for control but found none. Italy were 68/0 after six overs, the competition decided effectively.
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“There were definitely some tears in the boys' eyes. It meant a lot, especi for two Mosca brothers – It was unprecedented to chase 100 at once. We were also excellent in this area. In our first game, nothing went our way. Today, everything happened. But it was because we shed instead of being temporary Durr played cricket as we did in our first World Cup match (against Scotland). Seeing AJ Mosca in tears reveals what it means. You don't often see players crying on the group stage Victory – but that's what the Italians bring, "said Acting Captain Harry Manenti in the post-match presentation.
The two brothers completed their fifties in the 11th over. Rohit Pa Udel reveals his spin options Shuffled through, checked for a breakthrough, but no opening. The pair remained unbeaten – Anthony for 62, Justin for 60 – as Italy won with 44 balls to spare.
I if moss When Kuskas finished with the bat, Krishan Kalugamage started working with the ball. Most Sundays, the 34-year-old is shaping dough in a pizzeria in Luka, tattooing orders during one of the Tuscany The busiest shift of ’fetching'. On Thursday, he shaped something very big – Nepal's innings.
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Sri Lanka Born in 2007, the leg-spinner, who moved to Italy with his parents in 2007, returned figures of 3/18 in four overs. These were not token wickets at the time of death. Rohit Poudel, Deepender Singh Ari and Gulshan Jha all gi For its variations, each dismissal tightens Italy's grip.
His journey has been nothing but straightforward.
“I lost a lot of jobs. Sunday is a very busy day, lots of bosses for you A is not keen working because you are playing cricket, "he had told the BBC, underlining the sacrifices required to take cricket forward in a country where sports barely register t is occurring.
Once a fast bowler, repeated injuries forced him to reassess. The switch proved to be transformative. Roma Creek in 2015-16 Since joining T Club and joining the national team in 2022, Kalugamage has evolved as a control bowler. Before the World Cup, he also played with Sri Lanka as a net bowler Spent time, consulted Wanindu Hasranga - one of the leg-spinners along with Sha - Warne and Rashid Khan.
In the afternoon sun in Mumbai, Tuscany's Pizzaiolo gave a spin with a bite until the moss By the time his brother got out, it was hard work. The rest of Italy did-and made history.
Brief Score: Nepal all out for 123 in 19.3 overs (Arif Sheikh 27; Krishan Kalugamage 3/18) 12.4 overs I lost to Italy by 124/0 (Anthony Moska 62*, Justin Moska 60*) by 10 wickets.
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Male Brian Bennett stepped out of his crease for the first time and hit a six over the fielder at long-on.
Echoed – a dramatic, pun-filled rendition of their three-syllable first name.
This is what Sitanshu Kotak said about Abhishek before the game.
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There are many options on the C surface."
Is. Adil Rashid
I think you feel a little more pressure, but he is hitting equally well in the nets. Be it or in the 15th over.
When Mitchell Santner and Cole McConchie joined hands at 84/6 and took @L0$.
Explains that through Super 8, you cannot always win. Prepare for a potential “slugfest” for those who have already qualified but the adjustment they need will be swift. -What a good choice you have made to join a favorable place.
There are many options on the C surface."
Is. Adil Rashid
I think you feel a little more pressure, but he is hitting equally well in the nets. Be it or in the 15th over.
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Came in Daasa.
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Had his best first-class performance.
The anger and anger of the powerful Vijaykumar Vaishya will increase three days in advance.
