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There was a dispute over the behavior of Ben Stokes after the draw of Manchester Test. England were criticized for stopping the centuries of Ravindra Jadeja and Sundar. Australian bowler Nathan Lion said that do not let a century score out. The pitch also raised questions.
Delhi: The fifth and last Test match of the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy between India and England is going to be held. But, before the match, the tension and controversies between the players have made headlines. The fourth Test was held in Manchester, but after this match, the antics of England captain Ben Stokes are being discussed a lot.
‘Handshek controversy’ became an issue of debate
The draw was offered by England before India’s innings ended on the last day of the match. During this time Ravindra Jadeja and Washington were at the beautiful crease and were moving towards their personal centuries. Stokes and some players of his team said that the fans did not like it.
Nathan Lion’s befitting reply
Australia’s senior bowler Nathan Lyon criticized England and said, “Do not let them out.” He said this in a media event of Big Bash League. His indication was that if a batsman is near a century, then stop him from the game and not with rhetoric or cunning.
Lion also questioned the Manchester pitch, where only 24 wickets fell in five days. He said that balance between bat and ball is necessary in cricket. Such flat wickets harm the game.
Right now England is on the lead in the series. But, if India wins the Oval Test, the series will be equal to 2-2.
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