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India vs England: This five -match Test series played between India and England was no less than an exciting story for cricket lovers.
India vs England: Former captain Michael Vaughan reacted to England’s defeat in the fifth Test against India, saying that the team got nervous on the decisive occasion and if captain Ben Stokes had been present, the match would have been in the name of England. India won this exciting match by just 6 runs and made the series of 5 Tests 2-2.
“If there were Ben Stokes in that team, England would have won this Test match. He shapes the mentality of the team. England got nervous on the fifth day, he only needed a partnership,” Vaughan said while talking to the BBC Test match special.
England’s backbone broken in the absence of Stokes
Stokes remained out of the decisive Test due to a shoulder injury. At the same time, fast bowler Jofra Archer and Bridan Cars were rested. England needed only 35 runs to win the last day and had four wickets left. But India made a brilliant comeback and defeated the hosts.
Harry Brook’s mistake deteriorated
On the fourth day, Joe Root and Harry Brook had brought England to a strong position. The score was 301/3, but the picture of the match changed as soon as Brook was out. Brook was caught by Mohammad Siraj off Akash Deep, and after that England lost wickets fast. “Harry Brook probably thought he would score 30-40 runs soon. But he has to understand that in a big series like Ashes, just win, not pretending, not a show. He is a tremendous player, but it is necessary to patience at some time,” Von said.
Big lesson before Ashes in Australia
Vaughan admitted that the series against India was a great preparation for England before the Ashes. “These five matches were excellent for England. The team was limited to 10 players this week, a bowler was out in the initial over and there were no stokes. But when England reaches Perth in November, the top 7 batsmen will be almost decided. Now the challenge is just about the bowling combination,” he said.
Von’s emphasis on the importance of Ben Stokes
“England can beat anyone with Ben Stokes. But without him, they can lose to anyone. This is the importance of his role,” Vauan added.
This five -match Test series played between India and England was no less than an exciting story for cricket lovers. In the last Test, England had a great chance of winning, but under pressure, his strategy was shattered. Michael Vaughan’s comments have once again shed light on how the absence of a player can change the direction of the entire team and that player is none other than Ben Stokes.
