Banton's cameo ends, England 5 down

Mon, 16 February 2026

16:11

England 124-5 (15 Ovs) vs Italy | SCORECARD

Ben Manenti returns to the attack. Sam Curran and Will Jacks rotate strike with a few singles, keeping the scoreboard moving without taking major risks. Seven runs come from the over. After 14 overs, England are 114/5.

Drinks are called, with England still searching for momentum to post a competitive total. Italy, meanwhile, have been disciplined and sharp with the ball, striking at regular intervals and keeping the pressure firmly on.

Jaspreet Singh is brought into the attack after the break. Curran nudges one through mid-wicket for a single. Jacks then picks up a couple through mid-wicket before finding the gap beautifully for a boundary. He flicks the next delivery towards long-on for a run, and another single closes out the over. Seven more runs come off it.

After 15 overs, England are 124/5.

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