Ashes: Ben Stokes Shows Frustration After Starc’s Perfect Delivery Ends Fightback
England captain Ben Stokes’s gritty innings came to an end on Day 3 of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide when Mitchell Starc bowled a near-unplayable delivery that rattled the stumps. Stokes was batting on 83, having shared a vital 106-run ninth-wicket stand with Jofra Archer that rescued England from 168 for 8.
The dismissal visibly upset Stokes. He jumped in frustration and berated himself while walking back to the pavilion, ignoring fans who tried to applaud his effort. Despite the setback, the Adelaide crowd acknowledged his fight, giving him a warm ovation for his determination.
Starc has now dismissed Stokes 12 times in Test cricket, highlighting his dominance over the England all-rounder. Archer made 51 before being the last wicket to fall. England, trailing 0-2 in the series, will need a strong second innings to stay competitive and keep their Ashes hopes alive.
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