Stokes is yet to win a Test match in Australia, experiencing a 5-0 defeat on his first tour in 2013/14. Asked by Matt Prior, another member of his squad, what he felt he could learn from that series, Stokes said: “Don’t panic. Don’t flap. Don’t waver. I know we can do this. I believe emphatically in the group.”

England's captain Ben Stokes acknowledges a lack of mental resilience during high-pressure situations against Australia.

Ben Stokes was left in agony of day four of the second Ashes Test after being hit in the unmentionables TWICE. The captain was trying to save the game for England after two shambolic days left the

Australia have gained a 2-0 lead in the ongoing 2025 edition of The Ashes. Australia defeated England by eight wickets in the second Test match of the series that was played at The Gabba

Ben Stokes has delivered a scathing review of his side's performance in the second Test after coach Brendon McCullum left fans stunned with his comments about England's preparation following the defeat.

Stokes also provided an interesting response to controversial comments made by England’s coach Brendon McCullum who essentially said that the visitors trained too hard in the lead up to the second Test. “Leading into this Test match, I actually felt like we over-prepared, to be honest,” McCullum told the Seven Network.

BBC Test Match Special commentator Jonathan Agnew, speaking about his interview with Ben Stokes: "After Perth he was really angry. "Today he was more considered, more controlled reflection. I think he has some players in his sights. He was talking about why there are key moments Australia win them.

England skipper Ben Stokes suffered a painful moment as the visitors struggled to mount a comeback against Australia in the second Ashes Test. England concluded their second innings at 241 all out.