India, July 19 -- The time has truly come for Italy cricket. The Azzurri have already sealed qualification for the T20 World Cup, which will be played in India and Sri Lanka next year. The European nation is already the story of the tournament even before it begins in February-March 2026. The team is made up of expats from several countries, and it is no surprise that the captain, Joe Burns, comes from Australia. However, it is the story of Harry Manenti that summarises the tale of cricket in Italy.

Manenti, who was the player of the tournament in the European qualifiers, comes from Australia. His brother, Benjamin Manenti, has also been a regular in Australia's first-class cricket structure. Manenti's parents are of Italian origin, and ...