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World Cup 2023 - "Stop Relying On Stats": England Great Fumes At Jos Buttler And Co After Defeat To South Africa
Former skipper Nasser Hussain feels reliance on statistics rather than reading the conditions has led to England's downfall in the ongoing World Cup, adding that the reigning champions don't look like a side that can defend its title. England fell to a 229-run loss to South Africa on Saturday-- their biggest in ODI cricket and their third in the ongoing tournament. England had opted to field in humid conditions and South Africa piled 399. Jos Buttler and Co then suffered a batting collapse to be bundled out for 170 in 22 overs.
South Africa have 'homework to do' before Rugby World Cup final against All Blacks
The Springboks’ poor start to the semi-final victory almost cost them before they rallied to win 16-15 on Saturday.
England rue scrum turnaround and lack of tries
PARIS : In 2019 England lost the World Cup final to South Africa when their scrum was dismantled, with replacement prop Dan Cole widely criticised after being thrown into the mix in the third minute after Kyle Sinckler was knocked out.
Head joins Australia World Cup squad but set to miss Dutch clash
Recovering Australia batter Travis Head has joined the squad but is likely to miss Wednesday's World Cup clash with Netherlands, the team said on Sunday.
Springboks adapted better to wet conditions to claim last-gasp win claims coach
PARIS : South Africa adapted better to poor conditions in their Rugby World Cup semi-final against England and were therefore able to sneak a narrow victory but need to make improvements before Saturday's final, forwards coach Deon Davids said on Sunday.
England have until Monday to report alleged racial slur aimed at Tom Curry
England have until Monday morning to lodge a complaint after Tom Curry alleged he was the victim of a racist slur in Saturday’s 16-15 World Cup semi-final defeat by South Africa.
Steve Borthwick upbeat about England’s future after agonising Boks defeat
Steve Borthwick vowed to use England’s heartbreaking World Cup semi-final exit at the hands of South Africa to sow a seed for future success.