Ashes 2023: Ben Stokes backs Jonny Bairstow to fire at Headingley after controversial Lord's dismissal
2 years ago

Ashes 2023: Ben Stokes backs Jonny Bairstow to fire at Headingley after controversial Lord's dismissal

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has backed Jonny Bairstow to fire for the team in Headingley during the third Test of the Ashes 2023 series after his controversial dismissal at Lord's on Sunday. Speaking ahead of the match, as quoted by Sky Sports, Stokes welcomed the move up the order for Bairstow as he feels the wicketkeeper is someone who wants to get in the game early. Ashes 2023, 3rd Test: Preview About the Lord's incident, Stokes was asked if Bairstow would be fired up for the match at Headingley. There has been a lot of noise about the incident at Lord's but the best thing everyone can do is move on," said Stokes.

England Jonny Stokes Headingley Bairstow  test  stokes  headingley  wicketkeeper  jonny  match  ashes  dismissal  team  ben  lords  controversial  bairstow  england  order  best  backs

History of this topic

Ben Stokes among contenders for England ODI captaincy following Jos Buttler's departure
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ben Stokes among contenders for England ODI captaincy following Jos Buttler's departure

India TV News  

Ben Stokes among contenders for England ODI captaincy following Jos Buttler's departure Ben Stokes hung his boots from ODI cricket in 2022, however, he made a return to the format to play in the ODI World Cup 2023. England's Test skipper, Ben Stokes, is one of the possible candidates for the ODI captaincy. England are on the hunt for a …

England Test captain Ben Stokes to miss Hundred as he manages fitness pre-Ashes
1 month ago

England Test captain Ben Stokes to miss Hundred as he manages fitness pre-Ashes

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

England slump to 423-run defeat in final Test against New Zealand
3 months, 1 week ago

England slump to 423-run defeat in final Test against New Zealand

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

England may look to manage Ben Stokes’ bowling after latest injury blow
3 months, 1 week ago

England may look to manage Ben Stokes’ bowling after latest injury blow

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Ben Stokes hit by fresh injury blow as England toil in third Test
3 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes hit by fresh injury blow as England toil in third Test

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Injury scare for Ben Stokes adds to England’s woes in third Test
3 months, 1 week ago

Injury scare for Ben Stokes adds to England’s woes in third Test

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win
3 months, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win

India Today  

New Zealand moved within striking distance of avoiding a series whitewash against England and securing a significant win in the third Test in Hamilton, ending Day 3 on December 16 in a commanding position. With England set an imposing target of 658 runs to chase and already reeling at 18/2, their problems were compounded further as skipper Ben Stokes suffered …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

Dec 13 - England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

- England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence after taking …

Ben Stokes eager to keep Ashes thoughts at bay as England prepare to end 2024
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes eager to keep Ashes thoughts at bay as England prepare to end 2024

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Ben Stokes Hails THIS Debutant After England's Emphatic Win Vs New Zealand In 1st Test
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Ben Stokes Hails THIS Debutant After England's Emphatic Win Vs New Zealand In 1st Test

ABP News  

Ben Stokes Reaction On England Win: England have thrashed New Zealand in the 1st Test match by 8 wickets, and lead the three-match series 1-0, as the visitors were too good for the hosts in Christchurch. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, skipper Ben Stokes reflected on his side's emphatic win, as England have strengthened their position in the World …

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan
5 months ago

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Sajid Khan …

Ben Stokes reveals making apology to England teammates: ‘I’ve very annoyed with myself’
5 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes reveals making apology to England teammates: ‘I’ve very annoyed with myself’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Pakistan took …

Ben Stokes returns as England make two changes for second Test against Pakistan
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes returns as England make two changes for second Test against Pakistan

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

England hopeful Ben Stokes will be able to return from injury in second Test while Pakistan drop former captain Babar Azam
5 months, 2 weeks ago

England hopeful Ben Stokes will be able to return from injury in second Test while Pakistan drop former captain Babar Azam

Daily Mail  

England will go into Tuesday's second Test against Pakistan hopeful Ben Stokes can make his return from injury – and intrigued by the decision to play the game on the same surface which last week produced their historic win. England are hopeful Ben Stokes will able to make his return from injury against Pakistan Pakistan have made the decision to …

Ben Stokes could MISS England's first Test against Pakistan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury - with Ollie Pope expected to resume as stand-in captain in his absence
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes could MISS England's first Test against Pakistan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury - with Ollie Pope expected to resume as stand-in captain in his absence

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes’s return to Test cricket may be delayed after it emerged he could miss Monday’s series opener against Pakistan in Multan. Ben Stokes is awaiting news on whether he will be fit in time for England's first Test against Pakistan on Monday The England captain trained alongside his team-mates as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury With …

‘England captain in the making’ Harry Brook taking tips from Ben Stokes
6 months, 3 weeks ago

‘England captain in the making’ Harry Brook taking tips from Ben Stokes

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In Stokes’ …

Jonny Bairstow’s white-ball career not over, says England selector Luke Wright
7 months ago

Jonny Bairstow’s white-ball career not over, says England selector Luke Wright

The Hindu  

England chief selector Luke Wright said Jonny Bairstow’s international white-ball career is not over despite the 34-year-old’s omission from the upcoming series against Australia. An integral part of England’s 50-over World Cup success in 2019, Bairstow has struggled for form since he returned from breaking his leg two years ago. “One of Jonny’s great strengths is how much he wants …

England captain Ben Stokes to miss three-match Test series against Sri Lanka due to hamstring injury; Ollie Pope to lead
7 months, 2 weeks ago

England captain Ben Stokes to miss three-match Test series against Sri Lanka due to hamstring injury; Ollie Pope to lead

Firstpost  

Ben Stokes suffered a hamstring injury during a match of The Hundred for Northern Superchargers over the weekend. Stokes will now miss the upcoming three-match Test series against Sri Lanka. England Test captain Ben Stokes will miss the upcoming three-match Test series against Sri Lanka after he teared his left hamstring during a match of The Hundred last weekend. “As …

Ben Stokes is ruled OUT of England's Test series against Sri Lanka as scans reveal hamstring tear - with captain now targeting October return for Pakistan tour
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes is ruled OUT of England's Test series against Sri Lanka as scans reveal hamstring tear - with captain now targeting October return for Pakistan tour

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes has been ruled out of the remainder of England’s international summer after scans confirmed a tear in his left hamstring. Stokes, 33, is now targeting a return to fitness for October’s tour of Pakistan, as he hands the team over to deputy Ollie Pope for three Tests versus Sri Lanka starting next week in Manchester. 'As a result …

England captain Ben Stokes a major doubt for Sri Lanka Test series after suffering a serious-looking hamstring injury playing in the Hundred
7 months, 2 weeks ago

England captain Ben Stokes a major doubt for Sri Lanka Test series after suffering a serious-looking hamstring injury playing in the Hundred

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes looks set to miss England’s first Test against Sri Lanka later this month, and potentially the entire series, after suffering what appeared to be a serious hamstring injury playing in the Hundred on Sunday night. Ben Stokes looks set to miss England’s first Test against Sri Lanka later this month Stokes pulled up while batting for Northern Superchargers …

Ben Stokes: It’s tough to see the backlash against England’s footballers
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes: It’s tough to see the backlash against England’s footballers

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I love …

England captain Ben Stokes says ruthless selection calls made with Ashes in mind
8 months, 2 weeks ago

England captain Ben Stokes says ruthless selection calls made with Ashes in mind

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Ben Stokes: England are changing so we can win back Ashes
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes: England are changing so we can win back Ashes

The Telegraph  

A bullish Stokes acknowledged that an Ashes focus represents a pivot to his strategy. “I want us to be able to take a squad out there that I know is going to go at Australia,” said Stokes. I want this team to progress over the 18 months, so I’m focusing on that because I want us to go out to …

Ben Stokes hits back at Australian media, claiming England live ‘rent free’ in Australia’s heads
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes hits back at Australian media, claiming England live ‘rent free’ in Australia’s heads

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes has hit back at Australian media for deriding an evangelical team talk he gave during last summer’s Ashes, saying that his England team live “rent free” in their heads. This week the England and Wales Cricket Board released a three-part behind-the-scenes documentary called Our Take: The Ashes 2023, which follows Australia presenting their side of the story in …

Australian players' reaction to Lord's Ashes furore revealed in Test series: 'You write the rules, you f**king idiots'
10 months, 1 week ago

Australian players' reaction to Lord's Ashes furore revealed in Test series: 'You write the rules, you f**king idiots'

Daily Mail  

Never-before-seen footage has revealed Aussie cricketers reacting to the ugly incident in the Long Room at Lord's during the last Ashes series, with a player calling aggressive spectators 'f**king idiots'. Pat Cummins and wicketkeeper Alex Carey made themselves public enemy No 1 following the stumping of Jonny Bairstow during the second Test match at Lord's in London. The typically placid …

England Test captain Ben Stokes set to make first Durham appearance in two years
10 months, 2 weeks ago

England Test captain Ben Stokes set to make first Durham appearance in two years

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

England suffer abject series defeat despite James Anderson taking 700th wicket
1 year ago

England suffer abject series defeat despite James Anderson taking 700th wicket

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Ben Stokes produces more magic but England in deep trouble against India
1 year ago

Ben Stokes produces more magic but England in deep trouble against India

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

India vs England Highlights 5th Test Day 1, IND vs ENG: Rohit past fifty, Gill solid as India reach 135/1 at Stumps
1 year ago

India vs England Highlights 5th Test Day 1, IND vs ENG: Rohit past fifty, Gill solid as India reach 135/1 at Stumps

Hindustan Times  

India vs England Highlights 5th Test Day 1, IND vs ENG: Indian skipper Rohit Sharma stood firm, reaching a well-deserved half-century, while Shubman Gill showcased composure during his brief innings, remaining not out on 26, as India concluded Day 1 at 135/1 after 30 overs. Rohit Sharma displayed composure throughout his innings, while Shubman Gill adopted a naturally aggressive approach, …

India vs England Highlights 5th Test Day 1, IND vs ENG: Rohit past fifty, Gill solid as India reach 135/1 at Stumps
1 year ago

India vs England Highlights 5th Test Day 1, IND vs ENG: Rohit past fifty, Gill solid as India reach 135/1 at Stumps

Hindustan Times  

India vs England Highlights 5th Test Day 1, IND vs ENG: Indian skipper Rohit Sharma stood firm, reaching a well-deserved half-century, while Shubman Gill showcased composure during his brief innings, remaining not out on 26, as India concluded Day 1 at 135/1 after 30 overs. Rohit Sharma displayed composure throughout his innings, while Shubman Gill adopted a naturally aggressive approach, …

Ben Stokes puts spotlight on England superstar before R Ashwin's milestone 100th Test: 'Amazing career to date'
1 year ago

Ben Stokes puts spotlight on England superstar before R Ashwin's milestone 100th Test: 'Amazing career to date'

Hindustan Times  

With crestfallen England hoping to salvage some pride in the final game of the five-game series against Rohit Sharma’s Team India, Ben Stokes and Co. have recalled pacer Mark Wood in their playing XI for the Dharamsala encounter on Thursday. In a rarity of Test cricket, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin and England batter Jonny Bairstow will play their 100th Test …

Mark Wood returns for England as Jonny Bairstow picked for 100th Test
1 year ago

Mark Wood returns for England as Jonny Bairstow picked for 100th Test

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

India vs England: For Ben Stokes the innovator, it all boils down to this
1 year, 1 month ago

India vs England: For Ben Stokes the innovator, it all boils down to this

Hindustan Times  

Twenty-two Tests, seven undefeated series, and it all could unravel in five days. In Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow and Stokes beats the heart of England’s batting. He hasn’t been required to bowl so far but with England finally going with four specialist bowlers, there might arise a need for Stokes to break a partnership, or just give one of his …

Stokes coy over whether he’ll bowl against India in 4th test as Robinson, Bashir return for England
1 year, 1 month ago

Stokes coy over whether he’ll bowl against India in 4th test as Robinson, Bashir return for England

Associated Press  

RANCHI, India — England captain Ben Stokes was coy over whether he will bowl against India in the fourth test starting on Friday after selecting a team featuring two changes, with seamer Ollie Robinson and offspinner Shoaib Bashir recalled. If he does return to being an allrounder in Ranchi, Stokes will bowl competitively for the first time since the Lord’s …

Stokes and McCullum backs Bairstow to come good in his 99th Test
1 year, 1 month ago

Stokes and McCullum backs Bairstow to come good in his 99th Test

New Indian Express  

RANCHI: “No,” said England captain Ben Stokes with a straight face when asked if he had a conversation with Jonny Bairstow. Since he became captain till the end of 2023, Bairstow has scored 1003 in 20 innings — average of 59 and a strike of a whopping 89.3 only adds to it. We've got to keep on giving him confidence …

Ben Stokes steams in to English batters in practice session ahead of 4th Test, video goes viral | WATCH
1 year, 1 month ago

Ben Stokes steams in to English batters in practice session ahead of 4th Test, video goes viral | WATCH

India TV News  

Ben Stokes steams in to English batters in practice session ahead of 4th Test, video goes viral | WATCH The England captain last delivered a ball in international cricket during the Ashes in 2023. Ben Stokes is inching closer to attaining full bowling fitness as England prepare to come back from behind in the ongoing five-match Test series against India. …

England coach McCullum backs struggling Bairstow to come good
1 year, 1 month ago

England coach McCullum backs struggling Bairstow to come good

The Hindu  

England’s Jonny Bairstow has come in for criticism after scoring just 102 runs in three matches in India, but coach Brendon McCullum said it was important to show faith in the batter and that he has no plans to drop him for the fourth test in Ranchi. Asked if Bairstow would make his 99th test appearance in Ranchi this week, …

England skipper Ben Stokes keen but cautious on returning to bowling in last two Tests vs India
1 year, 1 month ago

England skipper Ben Stokes keen but cautious on returning to bowling in last two Tests vs India

India TV News  

England skipper Ben Stokes has played the first three Test matches against India as a specialist batter due to his troubled knee. However, Stokes was seen bowling at full tilt ahead of the third Test in Rajkot during practice session but he didn't bowl in the game. If Stokes decides to bowl, England will have a chance of playing only …

‘Feeling Really Good’: Ben Stokes Hints At Bowling Comeback In 4th IND vs ENG Test
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Feeling Really Good’: Ben Stokes Hints At Bowling Comeback In 4th IND vs ENG Test

ABP News  

India handed England their second-biggest Test defeat in terms of runs in the 3rd India vs England Test of the ongoing five-match Test series in Rajkot on February 18. Rohit Sharma-led India mauled Ben Stokes’ side by 434 runs to take the lead of 2-1 in the series that they were trailing by 1-0 after the first Test match in …

Ben Stokes’ side were flat, short of ideas and even began to look like England of old
1 year, 1 month ago

Ben Stokes’ side were flat, short of ideas and even began to look like England of old

The Telegraph  

So fond did England become of batting last in the early days of the Bazball era that, upon winning the toss against India at Edgbaston in June 2022, Ben Stokes said “we’ll have a chase”. But it had also been built on England’s never say die attitude in the third innings, and Ben Stokes’s ability to prise out wickets even …

Fastest Lord’s ton and Headingley Ashes heroics – Ben Stokes’ best Test moments
1 year, 1 month ago

Fastest Lord’s ton and Headingley Ashes heroics – Ben Stokes’ best Test moments

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Six for …

Ben Stokes blames technology for Zak Crawley's wicket in second innings of Vizag Test
1 year, 1 month ago

Ben Stokes blames technology for Zak Crawley's wicket in second innings of Vizag Test

India TV News  

Even as India won the second Test against England by 106 runs, Zak Crawley's LBW decision remained the talking point and even England skipper Ben Stokes is not happy with the way the opener was adjudged out. But for everyone's surprise, the ball tracking showed the impact to be well within the leg-stump and the three reds meant that the …

India vs England: Jasprit Bumrah’s 6/45 wrecks Ben Stokes and Co, puts hosts in pole position on Day 2 at Vizag
1 year, 1 month ago

India vs England: Jasprit Bumrah’s 6/45 wrecks Ben Stokes and Co, puts hosts in pole position on Day 2 at Vizag

Firstpost  

Jasprit Bumrah registered his career-best Test haul at home, returning figures of 6/45 that helped India collect a sizeable first innings lead and seize control of the Visakhapatnam Test on Saturday. Bumrah’s six-for, which helped him become the quickest Indian pacer to 150 Test wickets, resulted in India bowling England out for 253 after posting 396 on the board on …

Ben Stokes' comment minutes before start of IND vs ENG 2nd Test proves India's dominance
1 year, 1 month ago

Ben Stokes' comment minutes before start of IND vs ENG 2nd Test proves India's dominance

Hindustan Times  

Last week, England pulled off something which no other team ever did in 91 years of Test match cricket in India. England captain Ben Stokes said it was one of the biggest Test wins of his career. But the England all-rounder knows winning a Test match in India is one thing and maintaining that lead to go on and win …

Ben Stokes' counterattack keeps England in 1st Test against Team India
1 year, 2 months ago

Ben Stokes' counterattack keeps England in 1st Test against Team India

Hindustan Times  

Not many will think about taking on the R Ashwin-Ravindra Jadeja pair on a turning track in India. Ben Stokes, however, dared to take up the challenge on Thursday, with England in trouble on the opening day of the Test series against India. England's skipper Ben Stokes plays a shot Almost every time, England are in crisis, Stokes has a …

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow fight back after England lose three wickets
1 year, 2 months ago

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow fight back after England lose three wickets

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow fight back after England lose three wickets
1 year, 2 months ago

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow fight back after England lose three wickets

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Ben Stokes banks on spin as England hand Tom Hartley Test debut against India
1 year, 2 months ago

Ben Stokes banks on spin as England hand Tom Hartley Test debut against India

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Mark Wood preferred over James Anderson as only pacer for 1st Test? England captain Ben Stokes reveals reason
1 year, 2 months ago

Mark Wood preferred over James Anderson as only pacer for 1st Test? England captain Ben Stokes reveals reason

India TV News  

England announced their playing XI a day in advance ahead of the first Test against India in Hyderabad with a couple of surprises. Since the 20-year-old off-spinner, Shoaib Bashir has still not arrived, England have decided to hand a debut to left-arm spinner Tom Hartley, who will be sharing the spin duties with Rehan Ahmed and Jack Leach. However, it …

Discover Related