England's Bowlers Power to Pivotal Headingley Win

England captain Ben Stokes credits the team's bowlers for dismantling India's lower-order as a decisive factor in their five-wicket win at Headingley. Despite notable batting from openers Duckett and Crawley, England's success stemmed from preventing India from setting an unchaseable target, highlighting the bowlers' crucial impact.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Leeds | Updated: 25-06-2025 12:38 IST | Created: 25-06-2025 12:38 IST
England's Bowlers Power to Pivotal Headingley Win
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In a thrilling win at Headingley, England captain Ben Stokes lauded his bowlers for their pivotal role in dismantling India's lower-order, which proved decisive in their five-wicket victory.

Openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley were instrumental with their 188-run partnership during a record chase of 371, though Stokes emphasized the importance of the bowlers preventing India from setting an unachievable target.

Stokes stressed the significance of keeping India from exceeding a total that would have been daunting, attributing success to both skill and commitment throughout the match.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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