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Jos Buttler, the captain of England says that it was a really disappointing performance. Adds that the wicket was a bit slow but Ben Duckett and Joe Root got them into a good position. However, they are just not able to make those big scores, which has been a challenge for this group. Mentions that he does not know why so many of the batters are out of form and says that they are just not getting the results and it is time to do the hard work. Says that this is an opportunity for everyone inside or outside the group to put their hand up and help in the rebuilding process of this team.

Marco Jansen is PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his impressive bowling and two excellent catches. He says that it is a great feeling, as all the boys have been good in this match. It was one of the easiest conditions from the batting point of view, and he was happy to win it. Adds that there was no swing up front and thus he had to rely on his variations to take those wickets. Talks about the catch of Brook as he just tried to catch the ball, and luckily he got there and caught it. Mentions that he just wanna go and sleep now as he is too tired before traveling to Dubai. Says about the preparations for the semi-final as they will look at which team to play after tomorrow’s match, and then make their strategies as per the team.

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There isn’t much to dissect about England’s bowling effort - they simply didn’t have enough runs to defend. Jofra Archer gave it his all, picking up a couple of wickets to spark some hope, but the rest of the attack struggled to make an impact. Adil Rashid did manage to dismiss Klaasen, but by then, the game was well out of England’s reach.

Earlier in the game, England’s batting struggles persisted after opting to bat first, as they crumbled to the lowest total of the tournament. While a few batters got starts, none managed to capitalize, and some poor shot selections only added to their woes. Marco Jansen was the standout performer with the ball for South Africa, striking thrice in his fiery new-ball spell. Wiaan Mulder also bagged three wickets, while Keshav Maharaj claimed a couple, with Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi contributing one each to wrap up the innings.

Despite losing Tristan Stubbs early, South Africa got off to a flying start with Ryan Rickelton’s explosive stroke play, though his stay was short-lived. From there, it was all about Heinrich Klaasen and Rassie van der Dussen, who kept the bowlers under relentless pressure with their aggressive batting. The duo stitched together a brilliant 127-run partnership, both reaching well-deserved fifties to take their team within touching distance of victory. Klaasen fell while attempting a grand finish, but David Miller sealed the win in style with a towering six.

South Africa storms into the semi-finals as the toppers of Group B! The Proteas delivered a dominant all-round performance, outclassing England in every department. They appear to be a well-balanced unit, and this victory will surely boost their confidence ahead of the knockouts. On the other hand, Jos Buttler's final outing as England’s white-ball captain didn’t go as planned, leaving the team with plenty to reflect on as they strive to compete with the world's best.

SIX! DONE! SOUTH AFRICA WIN BY SEVEN WICKETS! Liam Livingstone tosses up, around middle, David Miller clears out his front leg and thumps it down the ground over the head of the bowler for a biggie to seal the win. They have topped the table of Group B.

Flighted up, around middle, Dussen comes forward and blocks it off. They need 5 runs now.

Nagging length, turns in, around middle, Miller turns it towards square leg for a single.

David Miller is the next man in.

OUT! CAUGHT! KLAASEN IS GONE WITH JUST 6 RUN NEEDED! Rashid tosses up, outside off, keeps it slower. Heinrich Klaasen clears out his front leg and looks to loft it down the ground with a cross bat but gets it from the cue end of the bat as the ball lobs up in the air towards short third man. Saqib Mahmood comes forward a bit and extends his arms to catch it. Klaasen walks back after an entertaining knock of 64 runs off just 56 balls.

OUT! CAUGHT! KLAASEN IS GONE WITH JUST 6 RUN NEEDED! Rashid tosses up, outside off, keeps it slower. Heinrich Klaasen clears out his front leg and looks to loft it down the ground with a cross bat but gets it from the cue end of the bat as the ball lobs up in the air towards short third man. Saqib Mahmood comes forward a bit and extends his arms to catch it. Klaasen walks back after an entertaining knock of 64 runs off just 56 balls.

Nagging length, around middle, Klaasen drops it down back to the bowler.

Dragged length, around off, Klaasen pushes it to mid on off the back foot.

Loopy ball, fuller and outside off, turns away, Heinrich Klaasen looks to drag it to the leg side with a sweep shot but misses.