Ben Stokes’ performance from the gods backed up his bravado

Ben Stokes’s pugnacious temperament can cut both ways. At times, it is an irresistible force, as illustrated by his five late wickets to electrify England at the end of a day of wild and glorious chaos.

The Ashes: How Ben Stokes' 'beast mode' helped England fightback against Australia in 'remarkable' series opener in Perth

Australia closed on 123-9 in reply to England being dismissed for 172 in a dramatic start to the Ashes; Ben Stokes took a five-for to lead the tourists fightback; England have not won a Test in Austra
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King Charles urged to put down tea and 'give Ben Stokes knighthood'

King Charles hasn’t even polished off his morning tea, but England cricket fans are already urging him to unsheathe the royal sword and tap Ben Stokes on the shoulder immediately.The
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Starc, Stokes Become First Day-1 Five-for Duo Since Harmison, McGrath In 2005

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc and England captain Ben Stokes became the first pair of bowlers to take five-fors on the first day of a Test since Steve Harmison and Glenn McGrath at Lord's in 2005.

'Sensational' Stokes rounds off 'remarkable' opening day of first Test

Ben Stokes' five-wicket haul helps England leaves Australia reeling, as the home side trail by 49 runs with only one wicket to spare at the close of play on day one of the first Ashes Test in Perth.
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