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England’s Ashes humiliation raises questions after eight-wicket Test collapse

A historic batting failure leaves England reeling. Can Stokes’ bold strategy survive the fallout, or will the Ashes slip away before the next Test?

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England’s Ashes humiliation raises questions after eight-wicket Test collapse

England suffered a heavy defeat in the first Ashes Test, losing by eight wickets in Perth. Despite leading by 105 runs at one point, the team faced sharp criticism from media and former players on both sides. Captain Ben Stokes has since defended the side’s aggressive strategy while acknowledging areas for improvement.

The loss marked England’s weakest batting display in 121 years, with just 405 balls faced across two innings. Critics questioned whether key players should have featured in the pink-ball warm-up in Canberra, but Stokes stood by the decision to rest them.

England now faces the challenge of regrouping before the next Test. The captain’s resolve to maintain their aggressive tactics suggests no shift in strategy. How they adapt to pressure will be key in the remaining matches of the Ashes.

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