NEW DELHI: England’s Take a look at captain Ben Stokes on Monday stayed away from the talk relating to the absence of Pakistan’s key gamers — Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah — from the second and third Assessments, stating that it is purely Pakistan cricket‘s subject and has nothing to do with him.
Stokes, who had been out for the reason that starting of August with a hamstring harm, bowled comfortably within the nets on Sunday in preparation for the second Take a look at, which begins in Multan on Tuesday.
When requested about their non-participation, Stokes emphasised that he focuses solely on his crew’s efficiency and preparation. The absence of the trio has stirred discussions amongst followers and analysts, however
When requested in regards to the non-participation of Pakistan trio, Stokes remained unfazed, reaffirming his perception in controlling solely what occurs on the sector.
“That is Pakistan cricket’s subject. Nothing to do with me,” Stokes said within the pre-match presser.
In a shocking flip of occasions, Pakistan made vital adjustments to its line-up following a devastating defeat within the opening Take a look at in Multan, the place they had been overwhelmed by an innings and 47 runs.
The crew administration opted to interchange their seasoned veterans with recent, younger expertise, a choice that shocked the cricketing neighborhood.
