England posted 195/7 in their innings against Italy at the T20 World Cup, a total built largely through aggressive batting from Phil Salt (54) and Sam Curran (47*). Harry Brook (30) and Tom Banton (25) also contributed significantly. Italy, chasing, were bowled out for 195 with 0.3 overs remaining, losing Jamie Overton (not out) and Jacob Bethell (23) early.

The match saw England lose wickets steadily, with Jos Buttler (21) and Harry Brook (92) falling to key wickets. Smuts (24 runs, 1 wicket) and Hasan (37 runs, 1 wicket) were the most effective Italian bowlers. England won the toss and chose to bat first at Eden Gardens under the watchful eyes of umpires Chris Brown and Donovan Koch.