England do not need massive change after Ashes - Stokes
Summary
England's cricket captain Ben Stokes said the team does not need big changes after losing the Ashes series 4-1 in Australia. He said the team knows how to win but must be smarter in key moments, and the management staff will stay the same going forward.Key Facts
- England lost the Ashes series in Australia 4-1.
- A review of the series did not lead to changes in England's cricket management.
- Ben Stokes has been England's captain since 2022 with a win rate of nearly 55%, the best in 45 years.
- England has not won major series against India and Australia recently, including a 2-2 home draw with India last summer.
- Stokes admitted the team often fails in close moments during matches.
- Stokes said there is no need for a "massive change" but emphasized being smarter in the future.
- The team trimmed its squad for the upcoming Test against New Zealand but had not finalized the playing eleven due to weather conditions.
- Stokes said the relationship between the team and its supporters remains strong despite recent losses.
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