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ODI World Cup 2023: England left-arm pacer Reece Topley conceded 88 runs in the record-breaking game against South Africa but also picked up three wickets.

Reece Topley celebrates a wicket with his teammates (Getty Images)

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Reece Topley ruled out of World Cup 2023 after England's record-breaking loss to South Africa

The South African cricket team which was led by standout performances, aims to make a mark in the World Cup and move past the 'chokers' label.

South African batter Heinrich Klaasen celebrates his century vs England in the World Cup 2023. (Getty Images)

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'Our time to make a big statement': Heinrich Klaasen sends out stern warning to opponents after England demolition job

England's decision to bowl first in humid conditions backfired, and they struggled against South Africa's aggressive bowling attack. England could only manage to accumulate 170 runs in 22 overs.

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'It was a nightmare': Nasser Hussain reveals 9 reasons behind England's horrific defeat against South Africa

Amidst Reece Topley's injury scare, England's white-ball head coach Matthew Mott brought the speculation to include Jofra Archer to England's World Cup squad to a halt.

England's star bowlers Jofra Archer (left) and Reece Topley in this frame.

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Will Jofra Archer replace Reece Topley in England's World Cup squad? Head coach gives his final verdict

Hardik Pandya suffered an ankle injury in India's ODI World Cup clash against Bangladesh on October 19. In that case Shami and Suryakumar might be considered for India's tie against New Zealand.

India's star all-rounder Hardik Pandya in this frame.

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Rahul Dravid drops big hint at Hardik Pandya's replacement for India's World Cup clash against New Zealand

South Africa recorded a dominant 229-run victory over reigning champions England in their ODI World Cup clash at the Wankhede stadium in Mumbai on October 21, Saturday.

South African players (left) and England skipper Jos Buttler in this frame.

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Jos Buttler left shattered after England's nightmarish defeat against South Africa, says 'Incredibly disappointing. We're well beaten'

World Cup 2023: Mark Wood entertained the crowd at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai after England suffered a batting collapse in the mammoth run chase of 400.

Mark Wood hits a six against South Africa (Getty Images)

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Mark Wood becomes the ultimate tailender in World Cup history with 5 sixes in unbeaten 17-ball 43

England suffered their biggest ever defeat in the history of cricket as South Africa rocked defending Champions by 229 runs in their ODI World Cup clash at the Wankhede stadium on October 21.

 Heinrich Klaasen of South Africa celebrates their century during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 match between England and South Africa at Wankhede Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Mumbai, India. 

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SA vs ENG: England's World Cup defense in jeopardy after eye-opening 229-run loss to Bavuma-less South Africa

Reece Topley tried to stop the ball in his follow-through but his effort went in vain as the ball brushed his fingers and rushed away towards the boundary cushion.

England pacer Reece Topley suffered an injury against South Africa.

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ENG vs SA: Reece Topley goes bonkers after getting injured, throws chair in anger before storming into dressing room

Both South Africa and England enter this game on the back of a shocking defeat. The Proteas were rocked by a spirited Netherlands side while the Three Lions were taken down by Afghanistan.&nbsp;

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ENG vs SA: Fit-again Stokes returns as Buttler rings in 3 changes after Afghanistan defeat, Markram takes over captaincy from Bavuma

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England's veteran batter Joe Root scripted history on Day 4 of the fifth Test against India as he became the first player to unlock this major WTC feat

Joe Root notched another massive WTC feat on Day 4 of the fifth Test against India

Joe Root became the first cricketer to amass 6000 runs in WTC history

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IND vs ENG: Joe Root becomes first-ever cricketer to achieve this historic WTC feat after solid fifty in crucial 5th Test against England

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