‘It’s incredibly disappointing…’: Jos Buttler laments as England’s World Cup semi-final hopes in jeopardy after defeat to South Africa

England’s decision to bowl first against South Africa in Mumbai conditions led to a record 229-run loss, leaving their hopes of reaching the World Cup semi-finals hanging by a thread. Captain Jos Buttler expressed disappointment, stating that they came with high hopes to play their best cricket but were short of that and well beaten. England struggled in the heat and humidity, allowing South Africa to post an impressive total of 399 in their 50 overs.