Buttler discusses his plans as England's captain following their elimination from the ICC Champions Trophy.

England suffered a devastating defeat in the ICC Champions Trophy, crashing out of the competition at the earliest possible opportunity. Captain Jos Buttler is now questioning his role as leader, admitting he must "consider the possibility" of stepping down. The team's loss to Afghanistan by just eight runs was a major blow, especially after needing a victory to stay in the tournament.

Despite a valiant effort from Joe Root, who scored a stunning 120 runs, England ultimately fell short in their chase of 326. Root's dismissal with 39 runs needed from 26 balls proved to be a turning point, and the efforts of Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, and Adil Rashid were not enough to secure a win for their team. This loss comes after a previous defeat to Australia, leaving England with nothing but pride to play for in their final group game against South Africa.

Buttler, speaking to Sky Sports after the match, acknowledged the challenges his team faced, particularly with injuries to Mark Wood and Liam Livingstone. He praised Livingstone for returning to the field after his injury, but admitted the team struggled to contain Afghanistan's partnerships with limited resources.

In the end, it was Afghanistan who emerged victorious, winning by just eight runs in a thrilling match in Lahore. Despite the loss, Root received special recognition for his outstanding century, with Buttler describing him as a "brilliant player in all formats." The captain also commended Root for his character and ability to handle pressure in a high-stakes run chase.

However, Buttler himself has been facing difficulties with his own performance, admitting he has been disappointed with his recent form. When asked about the root cause of his struggles, he responded honestly, saying, "If I knew, I probably wouldn't be playing the way I am." He did, however, express confidence in his abilities and acknowledged that when he is at his best, he is one of the top players in the world.

As for his future as captain, Buttler chose not to make any emotional statements in the heat of the moment. However, he did suggest that he and his fellow players should "consider all possibilities" moving forward. While it remains to be seen what decisions will be made, one thing is for sure - England will be looking to bounce back from this disappointment and come back stronger in their next match.

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