Kolkata: T20 World Cup debutants Italy had a bruising introduction to cricket's biggest stage as they suffered a crushing 73-run loss to Scotland on Monday in Kolkata. Scotland piled up 207-4 with opener George Munsey top-scoring with 84 and in reply Italy were bowled out for 134 in 16.4 overs. Off-spinner Michael Leask took 4-17 for Scotland, adding to his batting cameo of an unbeaten 22 off five balls. A nation better known for its football, Italy are the lowest-ranked side in the 20-team tournament and were making a slice of history here. Chasing a mammoth 208 for victory, they suffered early blows before a valiant fourth-wicket partnership of 73 between...
