In Fourth test between England and IndiaVisitors showed tireless determination to pull an unexpected draw after pushing to the verge at the beginning of the fourth innings. With grit and discipline, he pulled the match deeply in the last day. But as the draw was on the doors, a dramatic step by the England captain Ben stokes Widespread anger between fans and pundits, igniting a hot post-match debate.
Ben Stokes breaks silence on the day 5 drama in the Manchester Test
In the last session of day 5, Centurion of India Ravindra jadeja And Washington beautiful After contacting the umpires with the suggestion of the England captain, an declaration was allegedly rejected. Both batsmen were coming from individual milestones, and India focused on saving tests. Stokes’ moves widely criticized fans and former players.
Addressing the incident at the post -match press conference, Stokes said that India had worked hard through Jadeja and Washington’s efforts, leaving only one possible result. With the heading of the match for a draw, he saw no meaning to pursue his main fast bowlers and risk injuries, especially to play in the series with a test.
“I think all the hard work was done by India. They both (Vashi and Jadeja) played incredibly well and reached the point where there was clearly only one result and there was no chance at all that I was going to risk any of my big fast bowlers at risk through injuries with another game.” Stokes said.
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Stokes also addressed the possibility of a change in England’s bowling attack in the final test
During this time, Stokes In addition, the possibility of fielding a separate bowling attack for the fifth test was indicated. He mentioned that even before the fourth test started, there was a discussion about physical demands on the bowling unit. With a small change before the final match in the oval, the team will need to carefully use the coming days and assess each player’s position before making any decision.
“Yes, look, I think we joined it before this Test match, obviously it was told about how much effort and energy has gone, especially from the bowling department. Another quick change before the oval, so we have to use these few days wisely and we have to check and we will have to see how they are going,” Stokes further said.
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