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West Indies Top Group C After Beating Italy

West Indies secured a 42-run victory over Italy to finish top of Group C with an unbeaten record at Eden Gardens.

Shai Hope scored a fluent 75, anchoring the West Indies total of 165/6. Despite a below-par score, their bowlers restricted Italy to 123/5, with Matthew Forde taking three wickets.

Italy’s spirited performance included brilliant fielding and tight bowling, but the Caribbean side held firm to secure their place at the summit of the group standings.