Ben Stokes Says England Will Not Change Attacking Approach Against Australia In Ashes

31.05.2023 - 17:31 sports.ndtv.com

England captain Ben Stokes insisted that his team would continue to play the aggressive brand of cricket that has helped them win 10 of their last 12 Test matches.

England will face Ireland in a four-day Test match at Lord's from June 1, before their Ashes series begins at Edgbaston on June 16.

Stokes emphasises that his team must stick to their current strategy for the upcoming Ireland Test and Ashes series. "I find myself answering the same question - is this going to continue?

I think it's pretty clear we have found a way to get the best out of ourselves as individuals and as a team. We have seen success in it.

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