Ben Stokes bristles at Marnus Labuschagne in tense Ashes exchange. (Photo: AP)
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Moneycontrol05-01-2026, 15:58

Stokes-Labuschagne Ashes Confrontation Heats Up; Waugh Feared Headlock

  • England captain Ben Stokes confronted Australia's Marnus Labuschagne during the fifth Ashes Test, leading to a heated exchange on Day 2.
  • The incident occurred after Travis Head hit a boundary, with Stokes visibly annoyed by Labuschagne's comments and complaints about dim light.
  • Former Australian batter Mark Waugh, on air, expressed concern that Stokes might put Labuschagne in a headlock given the intensity.
  • Despite the tension, Stokes eventually put his arm around Labuschagne's shoulder, and the situation de-escalated.
  • Stokes later dismissed Labuschagne for 48, getting the 'last laugh' in the match where Joe Root scored 160 for England.

Why It Matters: Ashes drama intensifies as Stokes confronts Labuschagne; Waugh feared a headlock.

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