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‘Phenomenal’: Zak Crawley hails Ben Stokes’ resurgence after five-wicket haul

‘Phenomenal’: Zak Crawley hails Ben Stokes’ resurgence after five-wicket haul

Ben Stokes, the England captain, delivered a "phenomenal" performance on the second day of the fourth Test against India, taking a five-wicket haul and leading his team into a strong position. Stokes, who has recovered from a hamstring tear, showcased his pace and ability to take wickets, finishing with figures of 5 for 72. Zak Crawley, the England opener, also contributed with an impressive 84, as the hosts closed the day on 225 for 2, trailing India's first-innings total by 133 runs. Stokes's resurgence as a leading bowler has been a key factor in England's performance this summer, with the captain now sitting atop the series' wicket-taking charts with 16 wickets at an average of 24.75.

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