Former Australia international batter Joe Burns has been named as captain of Italy’s T20 team, having shifted his allegiance to the European nation after representing the Baggy Greens in 23 Tests.
The 35-year-old had shifted his allegiances to Italy in May 2024 after the Brisbane-born player became eligible to play for Italy through his maternal grandparents, who were originally from Calabria.
The right-hand batter made his debut for Italy in June 8 in the match against Luxembourg in the regional qualifiers for the World Cup T20 2026.
“I am honoured to take on this role and represent Italy on the international stage,” Burns said in a statement after the announcement.
“For me, it is a return to my family’s roots. Italian cricket has enormous potential and I am excited to contribute to its growth. Together with my team-mates, we are working to achieve ambitious goals and make our fans proud,” the player added.
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