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Stokes Suffers Painful Blow, Karthik's Cheeky Remark Catches Attention
25 Jul
Summary
- Stokes hit in the box by Siraj delivery
- Karthik makes cheeky comment about physio's role
- Stokes playing key role in England's 2-1 series lead
On the third day of the ongoing fourth Test between England and India, England captain Ben Stokes was struck in a sensitive area by a delivery from Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj. The incident occurred shortly after the second new ball was taken.
Commentating on the match, former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik made a cheeky remark about the potential role of the team physio in such a situation. Karthik's comment, accompanied by a chuckle, drew attention to the painful blow Stokes had just suffered.
Despite the discomfort, Stokes has continued to play a crucial role for England in the series. The hosts currently hold a 2-1 lead, with Stokes leading the team from the front both as a player and as captain. In the previous Test at Lord's, Stokes put in an impressive all-round performance, contributing with both bat and ball to secure a thrilling 22-run victory for England.
As the fourth Test progresses, Stokes remains at the crease, batting alongside Joe Root in a key partnership for the hosts. The England skipper's resilience and leadership have been instrumental in their strong performance in the series so far.
