Following the terrible eight-run loss against Afghanistan in Lahore that dashed hopes for the Champions Trophy, Jos Buttler will reflect on his future as England’s white-ball captain and question whether he is part of the problem.
England already out of the running for the semi-finals flies to Karachi on Thursday for their last group encounter against South Africa on Saturday. Under Buttler’s direction, their loss to Afghanistan following last Saturday’s loss to Australia marks third consecutive tournament disappointment.
“I have to personally work out; am I a part of the issue or the fix?
Right here, right now, I won be making no emotional decisions. At the top, the individuals in command will also have their own opinions.
About the game, in which his side was bowled out for 317 with a ball to spare chasing 326 to win, Buttler remarked: “We’re obviously upset. Ibrahim Zadran’s amazing 177 still whirls through our thoughts. Our opportunities were here. That has been a recurring motif. A team more confident and firing would have crossed the line.
