Cricket-Stokes' long bowling spells v India a great sign for England, says Root


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  • Thursday, 17 Jul 2025

FILE PHOTO: Cricket - International Test Match Series - Third Test - England v India - Lord's Cricket Ground, London, Britain - July 13, 2025 England's Ben Stokes in action Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra/File Photo

(Reuters) -Ben Stokes' lengthy bowling spells against India in the third test shows the England all-rounder has full confidence in his body after coming through injury layoffs, batter Joe Root said.

The England captain bowled 44 overs at Lord's, the most of any bowler in the match, and took five wickets to guide the hosts to a 22-run victory and 2-1 lead in the five-match series. He contributed 44 and 33 runs and was named player of the match.

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