After recovering from injury downtime, Ben Stokes’ extended bowling stints against India in the third test demonstrate that the England all-rounder has complete faith in his body, according to batsman Joe Root.
To lead the hosts to a 22-run victory and a 2-1 lead in the five-match series, the England skipper grabbed five wickets in 44 overs, the most of any bowler in the contest, at Lord’s. He was selected player of the match after scoring 33 and 44 runs.
After a successful operation on a torn hamstring in December, the 34-year-old shed 10 kg while participating in a physical exercise program.
Former captain Root’s statement, “He’s just desperate to be the man and make things happen,”
