England's abject showing in the World Cup in India is not only the worst title defence in the history of the game, it is also threatening to affect the team's next major assignment.
Following their 100-run thrashing by India in Lucknow, Jos Buttler's team are at the foot of the points table in 10th position with five defeats in six games, each one more emphatic than the last.
While their World Cup is all but over, England's worries are not. During the match against India, it was reported that the final standings during the ongoing World Cup will decide which teams qualify for the 2025 Champions Trophy tournament in Pakistan.
The International Cricket Council confirmed that the top eight teams, including hosts Pakistan, will make the cut for the prestigious Champions Trophy.