Australia claimed a 43-run win in the second Ashes Test at Lord’s to lead 2-0 in the five-match series. The enthralling on-field rivalry between England and Australia did amaze cricket fans but the Lord’s Test was not bereft of controversy.

Ashes 2023: Gautam Gambhir slams Australia over Jonny Bairstow's dismissal at Lord’s Test

England’s former captain Nasser Hussain called out Ben Stokes’ statements but also questioned the team for their undying faith in Bazball. However, head coach McCullum has defended their strategy.

Ashes 2023: Nasser Hussain questions England’s commitment to Bazball strategy

English bowlers worked hard to pick up the wicket of Usman Khawaja and it required a unique field set-up deployed by Ben Stokes to dismiss the southpaw. Ricky Ponting revealed that he had never seen such kind of a field placement.

Ricky Ponting impressed with Ben Stokes’ umbrella field in the Ashes

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Ashes 2023: Gautam Gambhir slams Australia over Jonny Bairstow's dismissal at Lord’s Test

Ashes 2023: Nasser Hussain questions England’s commitment to Bazball strategy

Ricky Ponting impressed with Ben Stokes’ umbrella field in the Ashes