Michael Vaughan said that Stokes’ 34 Tests had seen the Three Lions tie once, a rain-affected game, win 21, and lose 12. England must adjust their approach to win important series, especially against top sides like India or Australia, according to the cricketer-turned-commentator.
With Ben Stokes as captain and Brendon McCullum as coach, England has a reputation for chasing huge fourth-inning totals. On Day 5 of the Edgbaston Test against India, Michael Vaughan recommended them to abandon their ultra-aggressive ‘Bazball’ tactics to chase an implausible 608 runs in the fourth innings.
Before the last day of the second Test in Birmingham, England has lost three wickets in 16 overs and scored 72 runs. Indian pacers Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep have been in great form in the Test match, and Vaughan thinks a draw is best for England.
Bazball will be asked the ultimate question tomorrow. Will the squad and players go against their instincts? You must obtain the best.
A tie is the best option “Michael Vaughan told BBC Test Match Special.
“If you want to win the big series against India at home in five matches and go to Australia, I think it’s impossible to think we just win. Not for drawings. Vaughan said a draw for England from this position would be better than last week’s win because it’s against their natural trade.
Vaughan also criticised Ben Stokes for bowling first after winning the Edgbaston Test toss, even though the conditions were favourable to batsmen.
“After winning the toss, they decided to bowl again, which would backfire in these English ball and pitch conditions. My curiosity is how this squad will discuss their strategy in the dressing room and execute it tomorrow “Michael Vaughan remarked.
The former England captain advised the players to bat all day and rescue the Test match on a decent wicket.
England can bat all day tomorrow if they have the instinct to play hard on a good pitch. They can,” Michael Vaughan said.
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