ICC World Cup 2019 South Africa vs England: Best pictures of the match

England defeated South Africa by a mammoth 104 runs in the opening match of the World Cup. As the host nation coasted to victory, some moments captured the imagination of fans. Here are some of the best moments of the match.

Ben Stokes celebrates his team's victory. He was adjudged the Man of the Match for his all-round performance. Photo credit: Reuters

Joe Root celebrates after winning the match. It was a comprehensive win for England as they began their campaign in style. Photo credit: Reuters

Ben Stokes celebrates with teammates after taking a stunning catch, one of the best in the World Cup, to dismiss Andile Phehlukwayo. Photo credit: Reuters

Jofra Archer celebrates with Jason Roy after taking the wicket of Aiden Markram who scored 11 runs off 12 balls. Photo credit: Reuters

Ben Stokes celebrates his half-century, a crucial innings that gave England the much needed impetus in the deathovers. Photo credit: Reuters

England fans, dressed in fancy dresses, celebrate their team's batting performance. Photo credit: Reuters

South Africa celebrate the wicket of Jason Roy, who scored 54 runs off 53 balls. Photo credit: Reuters

Jaso Roy celebrates his half-century, a scintillating innings that provided England the necessary launchpad. Photo credit: Reuters

Joe Root pulls one to the boundary, in classical textbook styleen route to his half-century. A treat to watch indeed. Photo credit: Reuters

Imran Tahir became the first spinner in the history of the World Cup to open the bowling for his team. And he got the wicket of Jonny Bairstow in the first over to boot. Photo credit: Reuters