Italy Hit By Major Blow On T20 World Cup Debut, Captain Wayne Madsen Leaves Field After Shoulder Dislocation Against Scotland

Italy's quest in their maiden T20 World Cup campaign has faced a major roadblock after captain Wayne Madsen has been the subject of a horrific injury. The mishap happened when the Italian captain attempted to stop the ball at mid-wicket and dived to his left, and in the proceedings, dislocated his shoulder. But his shoulder hit one of the practice pitches, and he seemed to be in scathing pain.

Wayne Madsen Suffered Shoulder Dislocation

He was then treated on the pitch by Italy's medical staff, and later, he hobbled off the field with a sling on his left shoulder. It has later been confirmed that Madsen would not be a part of the match, and he will undergo further tests to ascertain the extent of his injury.

Italy won't be able to replace Madsen in the match, as ICC currently only allows concussion substitutes in all tournaments. Madsen replaced Joe Burns as the captain after the latter was not selected in the T20 World Cup 2026 squad. Harry Manenti led the team against Scotland in the remainder of the first innings.

Madsen happens to be Italy's senior-most player and his absence could play a spoilsport for the Europeans.

Scotland Pile Up Huge Score On Board

Opener George Munsey and Michael Jones put together a 126-run stand to frustrate the Italian bowlers. Munsey especially looked very threatening and lit up the Eden Gardens with 13 fours and 2 sixes. Brandon McMullen smashed a 18 ball 41 to help Scotland cross the 200-run mark for the first time in T20 World Cup history. Michael Leask provided the finishing touch as he took 22 runs off just five balls in the last over.

Italy will face Nepal on February 12 in Mumbai, followed by matches against England and West Indies on February 16 and 19 in Kolkata, respectively.

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