Stokes Backs McCullum Amid Ashes Failure, Vows to Lead England Forward

• Ben Stokes insists he and Brendon McCullum are the "right people" to continue leading England's Test team despite the recent Ashes series loss in Australia.
• Stokes stated he "can't see" a future as captain without McCullum as coach, highlighting their strong partnership and shared vision for the team.
• England conceded the Ashes early but secured a morale-boosting Boxing Day Test victory, their first Test win in Australia since January 2011.
• Both Stokes and McCullum are contracted until 2027 and expressed a strong desire to remain in their roles, despite historical leadership changes after Ashes defeats.
• While their partnership began with 10 wins in 11 Tests, recent form shows 16 wins, 16 losses, and 2 draws in their last 34 matches, with no series wins against Australia or India.

Why It Matters: Stokes firmly believes he and McCullum are the best duo to steer England's Test team despite Ashes defeat.