England's humiliating seven-wicket defeat to South Africa in the first One Day International has left captain Harry Brook and the selectors with some serious questions to answer.
The team's collapse to just 131 all out was a brutal reality check, and many pundits and former players have been vocal about the team's balance and approach.
With the second ODI at Lord's on Thursday, changes are expected in an attempt to level the three-match series.
The team's performance has been widely criticised, with former captain Eoin Morgan and ex-batter Mark Butcher both suggesting the team lacks an "absorption button" and a seam-bowling all-rounder.
The changes England could make to the team
With the team's batting and bowling both struggling, a number of players could be brought in.
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Sam Curran for Jacob Bethell
Eoin Morgan has been vocal about the need for a seam-bowling all-rounder in the side, and Sam Curran is the perfect candidate.
The left-armer, who was player of the tournament in the T20 World Cup in 2022, has not featured for his country in any format since a tour of the West Indies late last year.
His inclusion would give England a fourth seam-bowling option and much-needed variety.
Josh Tongue for Sonny Baker
Sonny Baker had a nightmare debut in the first ODI, conceding 76 runs in seven wicketless overs.
While captain Brook defended the young bowler, a change is needed.
Josh Tongue, who was the leading wicket-taker in The Hundred with 14 wickets, is a strong candidate to replace him.
Tongue's genuine pace and wicket-taking ability would provide a much-needed boost to the bowling attack.
Tom Banton for Ben Duckett
Opener Ben Duckett had a poor start to the season and has been in a poor run of form since his successful run in the Test series against India.
The left-hander was out for just five runs in the first ODI, and his form has been a major concern.
Tom Banton, the spare batter in the squad, could be brought in to replace him at the top of the order.
The tactical reasons behind the changes
The changes are not just about personnel; they are also about a change in tactics.
Morgan has suggested that the team's balance is "similarly aligned to the 2015 side," which was a period of great struggle for the team.
The former captain believes the team needs to evolve and that a fourth pace-bowling option is crucial.
The inclusion of Sam Curran would provide the much-needed depth in the bowling attack, while Tom Banton's inclusion would provide a much-needed boost to the batting lineup.
The changes would signal a new approach from Brook and his team, and they will be hoping that the changes can help them level the series.
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