John Davison named Italy T20 educate amid World Cup push

John Davison, the former Canada captain and Australian country cricketer, has been named Italy's T20I educate as they push for an area at the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Italy will take part inside the European Regional Finals of the T20 World Cup qualifying pathway in the Netherlands from late June, with a purpose to offer aspects for the main event in early 2026. They will characteristic alongside Netherlands, Scotland, Guernsey and Jersey. "I am excited and honoured to be appointed head instruct of the Italian T20 men's software," Davison stated. "I failed to take a whole lot convincing as soon as I heard about the players and those worried. "I actually have skilled the thrill of qualifying for World Cups as a participant for Canada, and I stay up for repeating that thrill with a numerous and committed group of players and group of workers representing Italy." Davison's World Cup gambling career became highlighted via his 111 off 76 balls towards West Indies at Centurion in 2003. Since retiring, he has been a spin-bowling instruct and consultant, which includes with Australia, and he has labored appreciably with the likes of Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Swepson and Matt Kuhnemann. Davison will paintings alongside Italy's new captain, the previous Queensland and Australia opener Joe Burns who started playing for them in May last year having certified thru his mom's background. Alongside Burns, Ben and Harry Manenti have additionally represented Italy. It's understood that Tasmania pair Jake Doran and Tim Ward are in competition for the qualifiers via their Italian heritage, although they are still anticipating approval to play. Matthew Fotia, a former Victoria brief, and Jason Ralston, who featured for Australia Under-19s, also are inside the blend. "I am honoured to take on this position and represent Italy at the global stage," Burns said while named captain. "For me, it is a return to my own family's roots. Italian cricket has huge potential and I am excited to contribute to its increase. Together with my team-friends, we're running to gain formidable goals and make our fans proud."