The country is hosting a major international cricket tournament for the first time in a generation. It's a much-needed bright spot in a nation that's confronted recent economic and political crises.

In his final game as captain, Jos Buttler won the toss and England decided to bat against South Africa at the Champions Trophy

Both England and Pakistan have been on a decline in white-ball cricket. Their performance in the three ICC white-ball championships, since the 2022 T20 World Cup, have been sub-par. Neither team has that oomph factor about them anymore.

Jos Buttler has resigned as England white-ball captain after his team made an early exit from the Champions Trophy with back-to-back defeats against Australia and Afghanistan.

England recorded the highest total in tournament history on Saturday but it was overtaken hours later by Australia.