“Despite a 13th ODI loss in the past 20 matches for England, it is not the time for pitchforks. I've played a lot of cricket in the world, and I don't think I've ever played in a game where conditions have changed so much from one innings to the next,” captain Liam Livingstone said, acknowledging the challenges faced during the match.
“The pitch went from being slow to start with, to being absolutely drenched at the end. Both balls were soaking. It's no excuse, we didn't get enough runs, but even if we'd got 350 I don't think it'd have mattered,” Livingstone added, reflecting on the drastic changes in playing conditions.
After a disastrous start, Phil Salt produced the type of patient innings he had been yet to deliver in an England shirt. Salt, along with Sam Curran, began England's rescue mission,” highlighting the resilience required amid pressure.
“Crisis creates opportunity,” as Phil Salt took the lead in turning around England’s fortunes after an early collapse, emphasizing the theme of resilience in the face of challenges.
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