England has been subjected to harsh criticism after losing to India by 100 runs in the 2023 World Cup, thereby ending their season. However, none of it has been more harsh than what Ravi Shastri said on television. After being down to 98/8 and losing their pursuit of 229, England finally gave up for 129. Some, like Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain, reiterated their belief that Jos Buttler and his team are mentally deranged, and former World Cup captain Eoin Morgan felt that the run of losses was negatively affecting the mood and morale in the dressing room. Shastri, nevertheless, took his criticism of the Three Lions to another level by challenging their status as the current World Champions.
All five of England's losses are lopsided, excluding a victory over Bangladesh. In the opening match of the competition, they were destroyed by 9 wickets by New Zealand, 69 runs by Afghanistan, 229 runs by South Africa, and 8 wickets by Sri Lanka. These outcomes, with Shastri supporting the domestic public outcry in the UK, are utterly disgraceful of the reigning world champions. The former coach of India feels that England has to own up to their mistakes and feel terrible about it.
"Spectators and supporters alike should feel sad for England. Since they were defeated by New Zealand with 17 overs remaining in the first game, which they lost. In 20 overs, they were all out against South Africa. The game was over too soon. Then, in their encounter against Sri Lanka, they were all out in 30 overs. SL pursued the goal and won in 25 overs. They have lost eight wickets in thirty-two overs today. Assuming the title of World Champions? In other words, who will be upset with their performance if not them?" Before dropping another pearl, Shastri commented, "If someone asks what is the difference between India and England, it is of eight teams."
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