Ben Stokes Slams Two-Day Tests After MCG Carnage; Calls It 'Not Ideal'

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News18•27-12-2025, 14:33
Ben Stokes Slams Two-Day Tests After MCG Carnage; Calls It 'Not Ideal'
- •England skipper Ben Stokes criticized the Boxing Day Test ending in two days, calling it "not ideal."
- •The Ashes match at MCG saw 20 wickets fall on Day 1 and another 16 on Day 2, concluding within 142 overs.
- •Stokes stated that while players must adapt to conditions, a Test match should not finish so quickly.
- •England secured a four-wicket win against Australia in the 4th Test in Melbourne, their first in Australia since January 2011.
- •Stokes praised his team's character and focus amidst prior losses and scrutiny leading up to the match.
Why It Matters: Ben Stokes expressed disappointment over the Boxing Day Test's swift two-day finish, despite England's win.
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