‘Proud of players’: England captain Ben Stokes on reason for defeat

Delhi: In the fifth Test match played between India and England at Kennington Oval, India performed brilliantly and won by 6 wickets. With this victory, the five-match Test series ended at 2-2.

It was difficult to stay out of the game

Ben Stokes said that it is always difficult to not be a part of a match. In this match, pulled up against India for the fifth day, both teams worked hard and gave them everything.

I missed victory, but proud of the team

Stokes said that they are very disappointed that the team could not win the match and series even close to victory. But he is proud of his team players, who played with full passion and dedication.

Chris Woakes’ spirit

He told that Chris Woakes had already planned about batting and kept thinking all day from which end to bat. Stokes said that some players also landed on the field with broken fingers and legs, which clearly shows how deep the passion of playing for the country.

What happened on the field is part of the game

Stokes said about the argument on the field that all this is part of emotions. He said, “We will neither cry about these things nor Indian players.”

Disappointed with being out of yourself

Stokes further stated that he had worked hard to return as an all -rounder. But he was very disappointed at not being able to play in this match. Now he will take a rehab and prepare himself for the Ashes.

Amazing of fast bowlers

He also said that when a bowler gets injured at the beginning of the match, the responsibility of the remaining bowlers increases. Despite this, the way the England fast bowlers bowled with heart and power in the second inning are praiseworthy.

Every player has lived

Ben Stokes finally said that he just wants his players to throw everything on the field. His team did the same and this is the biggest thing.

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