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Ben Stokes scores century after Jonny Bairstow controversy ignites Lord's spectators

Ben Stokes notched up a century at Lord's on the final day of the second Ashes Test after watching Jonny Bairstow's controversial dismissal.

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Ben Stokes stands by England’s approach ahead of second Ashes Test

Ben Stokes has revealed how an "awkward" changing room encounter with a new convert to Test cricket helped reinforce England’s commitment to 'Bazball'.

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Sir Geoffrey Boycott says England 'have got carried away with Bazball'

Sir Geoffrey Boycott has said England "have got carried away with Bazball" after they suffered defeat in the first Ashes Test.

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Slow over-rates costs England and Australia WTC points and match fees

England and Australia lost two World Test Championship points and 40 per cent of their match fees for a slow over-rate in the Ashes opener.

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Ben Stokes 'devastated' as England fall behind after opening Ashes Test defeat

Ben Stokes was "devastated" as England fell behind in the Ashes after a gripping climax to the first Test at Edgbaston but he was resolute that their style of play can topple Australia.

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Ricky Ponting lauds England star Ben Stokes for 'proactive captaincy'

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting has been impressed by the 'proactive captaincy' shown by England's Ben Stokes during the ongoing Ashes Test at Edgbaston.