In a thrilling encounter at the T20 World Cup, England secured their place in the Super Eights with a narrow 24-run victory over Italy, who were making their tournament debut. Batting first, England posted a formidable total of 202-7, thanks in large part to Will Jacks, who scored an impressive 53 runs off just 22 balls, marking the fastest fifty in T20 World Cup history for England. Jacks' explosive performance included four sixes, and he played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings after England found themselves struggling at 107-5 in the 13th over. As reported by The Frontier Post, "Jacks took the game by the scruff of the neck after England stuttered to 105-5 in the 13th over," showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.