Stokes Makes Test Cricket History: Captain Triumphs Without Bat, Ball, Or Gloves
- Posted on June 4, 2023
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- By Arijit Dutta
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Ben Stokes led
England to a thumping 10-wicket win over Ireland, marking the start of their
2023 home season in style. Stokes achieved a remarkable feat, making Test
cricket history.
England's
dominance was evident as their batters and bowlers outclassed the young Irish
team. Stuart Broad's five-wicket haul restricted Ireland to a mere 172 runs.
Ollie Pope's maiden double century and valuable contributions from Joe Root and
Zak Crawley powered England to an imposing 524/4 before declaring.
Despite a
top-order collapse, Ireland fought back with an impressive 163-run partnership
between Mark Adair and Andy McBrine. They displayed their potential but fell
short of victory.
Stokes became the
first Test cricket captain to win a match without batting, bowling, or keeping.
He declared the innings after the fall of the fourth wicket, denying himself
and Jonny Bairstow a chance to bat.
This etched his
name in the history books, although Stokes himself would have surely opted for
another way to be in the books if given a chance.
England sees this
win as preparation for the upcoming Ashes series, while Ireland focuses on the
World Cup qualifiers in Zimbabwe next month.
Ben Stokes' remarkable leadership led England to a comprehensive victory, making him a
trailblazer in Test cricket history. This triumph sets the stage for exciting
future cricket battles.
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