England blown away - twice

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Feb 21, 2016, 3:15 PM

Jason Roy had an uncomfortable stay before missing a heave at Kagiso RabadaGetty Images

Match at a Glance & Key Facts

TournamentEngland tour of South AfricaSeason 2015/16

Venue

New Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

Johannesburg

Format & Details

T20 • SINGLE

South Africa won by 9 wickets (with 32 balls remaining)

KEY TAKEAWAYSQuick highlights & editorial summary

VLive Sports Desk

Editorial Angle:Comprehensive match review of England blown awaytwice covering key player performances, strategy, and statistics.
Score Snapshot:ENG 171 vs SA 172/1 — South Africa won by 9 wickets (with 32 balls remaining)
Tournament Context:Part of England tour of South Africa 2015/16. Follow real-time tournament standings, fixture progression, and live scorecards on VLive.

Joe Root lifted England from a sluggish start with 34 off 17 ballsGetty Images

Imran Tahir again made an early impact when he removed Root in his first overGetty Images

Eoin Morgan started to find the middle of the bat againGetty Images

England began to counter attack as Jos Buttler cracked a 27-ball fifty...Getty Images

...but he fell to Kyle Abbott, who then ran out Morgan by deflecting a drive on to the non-striker's stumpsGetty Images

Ben Stokes was next to go, caught and bowled by Chris MorrisGetty Images

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