England cricket spinner Liam Dawson has publicly addressed the team's current standing in the ongoing ODI tri-series, noting that the squad is "gutted" following consecutive defeats. The team suffered a loss to Sri Lanka and a subsequent defeat to Pakistan last weekend, leaving their progression to the tournament final in jeopardy.

To qualify for the final, England requires a specific sequence of results: they need Pakistan to defeat Sri Lanka in their upcoming match on Tuesday, followed by a decisive victory for England against Sri Lanka on Thursday. Despite the precarious position, Dawson maintained a constructive outlook, suggesting that these recent setbacks could serve as valuable learning opportunities for the team as they prepare for the World Cup in southern Africa, which is scheduled to take place in 12 months.

Dawson emphasized the team's collective desire to win, stating, "That changing room is gutted, we’re desperate to win." While the current situation is difficult, the focus remains on the remaining fixtures and the long-term development of the squad ahead of next year's major tournament.