Stokes Slams MCG Pitch After England's Win, Embarrasses Australia

• England secured a 4-wicket victory against Australia in the Boxing Day Test, their first win in Australia in 14 years and 18 matches.
• The match controversially concluded in just two days, leading to widespread discussion about the pitch conditions.
• Australian captain Steve Smith had opted for four pacers, stating spin bowlers had no role, expecting fast bowlers to dominate.
• England captain Ben Stokes expressed disappointment, calling a two-day Boxing Day Test "not an ideal situation" and suggesting it would cause "uproar" elsewhere.
• Stokes' comments are seen as embarrassing Australia and rubbing salt into their wounds regarding the short match duration.

Why It Matters: Ben Stokes criticized the MCG pitch after England's quick win, embarrassing Australia over the two-day Test.