England secured a famous win at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday (Jan 28) as they beat India by 28 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series. Ben Stokes, who took over the captaincy reigns in June 2022 from Joe Root termed the Hyderabad Test win as the greatest triumph in his tenure. England despite trailing by 190 runs after the first innings won the match condemning the Indian side to a catastrophic defeat.

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<h2>Stokes calls Hyderabad win greatest triumph in his captaincy</h2>

"Since I've taken the captaincy on, we've had a lot of fantastic moments as a team," Stokes said. "We've had a lot of great victories, we've been involved in some amazing games. But I think [with] where we are and who we're playing against, this victory is 100%, definitely our greatest triumph since I've been captain."

Leading by 190 runs after the first innings, England’s master class led by Ollie Pope saw them register an emphatic 28-run win at the Rajiv Gandhi International. After bowling out England for 246, India scored 436 runs and established a 190-run lead.

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However, Pope’s 196-run knock helped England post a lead of 230 runs which proved to be the difference-maker. Chasing 231, India were bowled out for 202 with Tom Hartley scalping seven wickets.

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"The gameplan there is, we're out here for a long tour and this is going to be a long game, so I was willing to give him the longer spell regardless of what had happened because I knew I was going to have to turn back to him at some point throughout this Test match," Stokes said.

After the defeat India slipped to the fifth spot from the second and have two wins and two defeats along with a draw in their five matches of the WTC cycle. India have a win percentage of 43.33 and still have four matches remaining to play in the five-match Test series. England are eighth with a win percentage of 29.16 from six matches. So far they have won three matches, lost two and drawn one match.

England secured a famous win at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday (Jan 28) as they beat India by 28 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series.

England secured a famous win at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday (Jan 28) as they beat India by 28 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match Test series. Ben Stokes, who took over the captaincy reigns in June 2022 from Joe Root termed the Hyderabad Test win as the greatest triumph in his tenure. England despite trailing by 190 runs after the first innings won the match condemning the Indian side to a catastrophic defeat. How good? 👏 A 7fer to win a Test for England on your debut 🤯 🇮🇳 #INDvENG 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 | @tomhartley100 pic.twitter.com/wZ0yKNohQC — England Cricket (@englandcricket) January 28, 2024 × Stokes calls Hyderabad win greatest triumph in his captaincy "Since I've taken the captaincy on, we've had a lot of fantastic moments as a team," Stokes said. "We've had a lot of great victories, we've been involved in some amazing games. But I think [with] where we are and who we're playing against, this victory is 100%, definitely our greatest triumph since I've been captain." Leading by 190 runs after the first innings, England’s master class led by Ollie Pope saw them register an emphatic 28-run win at the Rajiv Gandhi International. After bowling out England for 246, India scored 436 runs and established a 190-run lead. × However, Pope’s 196-run knock helped England post a lead of 230 runs which proved to be the difference-maker. Chasing 231, India were bowled out for 202 with Tom Hartley scalping seven wickets. ALSO READ | We're not pathetic: WI skipper Kraigg Brathwaite hits back at former Australia player after famous Gabba win "The gameplan there is, we're out here for a long tour and this is going to be a long game, so I was willing to give him the longer spell regardless of what had happened because I knew I was going to have to turn back to him at some point throughout this Test match," Stokes said. After the defeat India slipped to the fifth spot from the second and have two wins and two defeats along with a draw in their five matches of the WTC cycle. India have a win percentage of 43.33 and still have four matches remaining to play in the five-match Test series. England are eighth with a win percentage of 29.16 from six matches. So far they have won three matches, lost two and drawn one match.

‘Definitely our greatest triumph since I’ve been captain’: Ben Stokes after Hyderabad win

Ben Stokes on Wednesday will become the latest captain to lead England in Test cricket as the ace all-rounder will replace Joe Root for the first Test against West Indies in Southampton. Root is set to miss the opener to attend the birth of his second child. Ahead of the Southampton Test, Stokes said he will follow Root's advice and lead England in his own way.

Stokes revealed that he received a message from Root when he got his official photos for the Test series done in the blazer. Root simply left a message on the hanger which said 'Do it your way'.

"The best message that I have received was when I got my photos done yesterday (Monday) in the blazer," said the star all-rounder. "Rooty just left a message on the hanger which said 'Do it your way'.

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<h2>Just because Joe is not here doesn't mean I am not going to use him: Ben Stokes</h2>

Stokes is even open to contacting Root if required during the course of the Test as the all-rounder said that with Root not being present with the squad doesn't mean England won't use him. Stokes further said that he was sure Root will always be available on call if needed.

"Just because Joe is not here doesn't mean I am not going to use him," said Stokes, who will be captaining a team for the first time since he was a teenager.

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"With Joe and his personal situation, it's been about letting him deal with that. "I haven't been on him too much but I am sure when the Test match starts, I know for a fact he will be at home watching and I know that his phone will always be available for me to get in contact with him if I need to."

The first Test in Southampton, which will take place behind closed doors, will mark the return of international cricket after a prolonged break due to COVID-19. And Stokes is of the view that precautions taken by England and the West Indies could serve as a model for other sports.

"There are obviously a lot of rules and regulations that have been put in place for this to happen," said Stokes.

"I feel as though a lot of respect has been shown from both sides to make sure this works. Because if you get one thing wrong, it might blow this whole 'get the sport back on to the radar of people' further back.

"We'll be doing everything we can to make sure we don't mess it up."

Stokes said the absence of spectators would be no reason for England to let their standards slip in what will be a "massive occasion".

"We can't use that as an excuse to not feel up for this game because we know we have hundreds of thousands of people following us and wanting us to do well back home watching us on TV."

England and the West Indies will wear Black Lives Matter logos on their shirts in support of the campaign against racial injustice and Stokes said Tuesday his side planned a further "gesture", although he did not specify if this would mean taking a knee.

"We aren’t in any way shape or form showing support towards any political matters on the movement," said Stokes. "We are all about equality through society and sport."

Ben Stokes on Wednesday will become the latest captain to lead England in Test cricket as the ace all-rounder will replace Joe Root for the first Test against West Indies in Southampton.

Ben Stokes on Wednesday will become the latest captain to lead England in Test cricket as the ace all-rounder will replace Joe Root for the first Test against West Indies in Southampton. Root is set to miss the opener to attend the birth of his second child. Ahead of the Southampton Test, Stokes said he will follow Root's advice and lead England in his own way. Stokes revealed that he received a message from Root when he got his official photos for the Test series done in the blazer. Root simply left a message on the hanger which said 'Do it your way'. "The best message that I have received was when I got my photos done yesterday (Monday) in the blazer," said the star all-rounder. "Rooty just left a message on the hanger which said 'Do it your way'. ALSO READ: England vs West Indies Preview: International cricket returns to life! Just because Joe is not here doesn't mean I am not going to use him: Ben Stokes Stokes is even open to contacting Root if required during the course of the Test as the all-rounder said that with Root not being present with the squad doesn't mean England won't use him. Stokes further said that he was sure Root will always be available on call if needed. "Just because Joe is not here doesn't mean I am not going to use him," said Stokes, who will be captaining a team for the first time since he was a teenager. ALSO READ: All-rounders Stokes and Holder to lead from the front "With Joe and his personal situation, it's been about letting him deal with that. "I haven't been on him too much but I am sure when the Test match starts, I know for a fact he will be at home watching and I know that his phone will always be available for me to get in contact with him if I need to." The first Test in Southampton, which will take place behind closed doors, will mark the return of international cricket after a prolonged break due to COVID-19. And Stokes is of the view that precautions taken by England and the West Indies could serve as a model for other sports. "There are obviously a lot of rules and regulations that have been put in place for this to happen," said Stokes. "I feel as though a lot of respect has been shown from both sides to make sure this works. Because if you get one thing wrong, it might blow this whole 'get the sport back on to the radar of people' further back. "We'll be doing everything we can to make sure we don't mess it up." Stokes said the absence of spectators would be no reason for England to let their standards slip in what will be a "massive occasion". "We can't use that as an excuse to not feel up for this game because we know we have hundreds of thousands of people following us and wanting us to do well back home watching us on TV." England and the West Indies will wear Black Lives Matter logos on their shirts in support of the campaign against racial injustice and Stokes said Tuesday his side planned a further "gesture", although he did not specify if this would mean taking a knee. "We aren’t in any way shape or form showing support towards any political matters on the movement," said Stokes. "We are all about equality through society and sport."

ENG vs WI: Ben Stokes to follow Joe Root's advice and captain England 'his way'

The England Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed that Test captain Joe Root will miss the first Test of the three-match series against the West Indies. Ace all-rounder Ben Stokes, who has been Root’s deputy since July 2019, will lead the side for the first time with Jos Buttler named vice-captain.

Root is set to leave the training camp at the Ageas Bowl, Southampton on Wednesday to be with his wife, who is expecting their second child later this week. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/.../joe-root-to-miss-opening-test-against-west- indies-ben-stokes-to-lead-england-309433">Root will also miss England’s three-day intra-squad warm-up match starting July 1 and the opening Test versus the Windies</a> starting July 8 at the Ageas Bowl.&nbsp;

<h2>Joe Root to be back for 2nd Test</h2>

The elegant right-handed batsman will begin a seven-day isolation period at home once he leaves the hospital with his family. The English Test skipper will join the rest of the squad ahead of the second Test at the Old Trafford in Manchester on July 13.

Stokes has been backed by his English teammates to don the captain’s armband with ease. However, some of the former England players have said that the Durham all-rounder should not be looked as permanent captain.&nbsp;

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Stokes has been the pick of the player for England across formats since the last couple of years and the all-rounder has stood in the biggest of moments, be it World Cup or Ashes 2019.&nbsp;

“Getting the opportunity to captain England is a huge honour, even if it is only the once you can still say: ‘Yeah I’ve captained England,’” Stokes had earlier said. “It’s a huge thing to think about and, if it does present itself, then obviously I’m really looking forward to it.”

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Asked about this rise from a potentially career-threatening moment, he replied: “After that happened [in Bristol] it was: ‘Right, what am I going to do from this point forward? How am I going to carry and conduct myself?’ I’m quite proud to say I’m in this situation through hard work and determination. It’s been no fluke.

“I don’t normally like to speak about myself in this way but, looking back, I’m proud of what I’ve been able to do since that incident happened. It’s been through complete dedication and hard work towards the job I do.” 
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The England Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed that Test captain Joe Root will miss the first Test of the three-match series against the West Indies. Ace all-rounder Ben Stokes, who has been Root’s deputy since July 2019, will lead the side for the first time with Jos Buttler named vice-captain.

The England Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed that Test captain Joe Root will miss the first Test of the three-match series against the West Indies. Ace all-rounder Ben Stokes, who has been Root’s deputy since July 2019, will lead the side for the first time with Jos Buttler named vice-captain. Root is set to leave the training camp at the Ageas Bowl, Southampton on Wednesday to be with his wife, who is expecting their second child later this week. Root will also miss England’s three-day intra-squad warm-up match starting July 1 and the opening Test versus the Windies starting July 8 at the Ageas Bowl. Joe Root to be back for 2nd Test The elegant right-handed batsman will begin a seven-day isolation period at home once he leaves the hospital with his family. The English Test skipper will join the rest of the squad ahead of the second Test at the Old Trafford in Manchester on July 13. Stokes has been backed by his English teammates to don the captain’s armband with ease. However, some of the former England players have said that the Durham all-rounder should not be looked as permanent captain. ALSO READ: IPL should cut ties with Chinese sponsors: KXIP co-owner Ness Wadia Stokes has been the pick of the player for England across formats since the last couple of years and the all-rounder has stood in the biggest of moments, be it World Cup or Ashes 2019. “Getting the opportunity to captain England is a huge honour, even if it is only the once you can still say: ‘Yeah I’ve captained England,’” Stokes had earlier said. “It’s a huge thing to think about and, if it does present itself, then obviously I’m really looking forward to it.” ALSO READ: Hafeez, Riaz among six Pakistan players cleared to tour England after negative COVID-19 tests Asked about this rise from a potentially career-threatening moment, he replied: “After that happened [in Bristol] it was: ‘Right, what am I going to do from this point forward? How am I going to carry and conduct myself?’ I’m quite proud to say I’m in this situation through hard work and determination. It’s been no fluke. “I don’t normally like to speak about myself in this way but, looking back, I’m proud of what I’ve been able to do since that incident happened. It’s been through complete dedication and hard work towards the job I do.”

Ben Stokes to lead England in 1st Test against West Indies; Joe Root to be back for Manchester Tests

England captain Joe Root is all set to miss the impending Test against West Indies starting July 8 to attend the birth of his second child. Ace all-rounder Ben Stokes will be handed the captain’s arm-band for the first time in Root’s absence.

The first of the three-match Test series will commence at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton on July 8 and Root’s wife is due around the same time. Root had earlier backed Stokes to be a fantastic captain and now described him as a “natural leader”.&nbsp;

Root is also a doubt for the second Test in Manchester as the skipper will be required to undergo seven days of self-isolation before joining the team. Last week, ECB director of cricket, Ashley Giles had said that the board hopes to allow players to leave and re-enter the bio-secure bubble during the series including Root.&nbsp;

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The series will mark the resumption of international cricket since March as the game, like every other sport, was on hold due to COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

Following the West Indies series, England will host Pakistan for three Tests and as many T20Is in early August with the tour stretching to September.&nbsp;

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The Ageas Bowl and Emirates Old Trafford will receive an administration fee for staging the Test series and all additional central costs will be met by the ECB.

So far, none of the English players have tested positive for coronavirus.&nbsp;

<h2>England vs West Indies, Test series - Full schedule</h2>

• 1st Test v West Indies: 8-12 July at Ageas Bowl

• 2nd Test v West Indies: 16-20 July at Emirates Old Trafford

• 3rd Test v West Indies: 24-28 July at Emirates Old Trafford 
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England captain Joe Root is all set to miss the impending Test against West Indies starting July 8 to attend the birth of his second child. Ace all-rounder Ben Stokes will be handed the captain’s arm-band for the first time in Root’s absence.

England captain Joe Root is all set to miss the impending Test against West Indies starting July 8 to attend the birth of his second child. Ace all-rounder Ben Stokes will be handed the captain’s arm-band for the first time in Root’s absence. The first of the three-match Test series will commence at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton on July 8 and Root’s wife is due around the same time. Root had earlier backed Stokes to be a fantastic captain and now described him as a “natural leader”. Root is also a doubt for the second Test in Manchester as the skipper will be required to undergo seven days of self-isolation before joining the team. Last week, ECB director of cricket, Ashley Giles had said that the board hopes to allow players to leave and re-enter the bio-secure bubble during the series including Root. ALSO READ: Nitin Menon included in ICC Elite Panel of Umpires for 2020-21, third Indian to achieve the landmark The series will mark the resumption of international cricket since March as the game, like every other sport, was on hold due to COVID-19 pandemic. Following the West Indies series, England will host Pakistan for three Tests and as many T20Is in early August with the tour stretching to September. ALSO READ: Azhar Ali and Pakistan eye 'fragile' England top-order as series countdown begins The Ageas Bowl and Emirates Old Trafford will receive an administration fee for staging the Test series and all additional central costs will be met by the ECB. So far, none of the English players have tested positive for coronavirus. England vs West Indies, Test series - Full schedule • 1st Test v West Indies: 8-12 July at Ageas Bowl • 2nd Test v West Indies: 16-20 July at Emirates Old Trafford • 3rd Test v West Indies: 24-28 July at Emirates Old Trafford

Joe Root to miss opening Test against West Indies, Ben Stokes to lead England

Kevin Pietersen does not think Ben Stokes should captain England if Joe Root is forced to miss a game against the West Indies because it would heap too much pressure on the all-rounder.

Root's wife is due to give birth in July, meaning he risks missing one of the three behind-closed-doors Tests against the Caribbean side next month.

Root has backed vice-captain Stokes to do a good job in his absence, but former England skipper Pietersen is wary about the all-rounder assuming even more responsibility.

Pietersen, who said he "hated" the responsibility of being captain of England for a brief spell, would prefer wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler to take over.

"Do I want to see Ben Stokes change from who he is and the current player he is? Probably not. Jos Buttler would be my guy," he told talkSPORT.

"The entertainers and the guys that have to carry the mantle in the team sometimes aren't the best captains and sometimes struggle with the extra added pressure."

Pietersen said the captaincy changed how players were viewed in the dressing room.

"I struggled with it, I absolutely hated it and I was rubbish," he said. "You have to change and I couldn't command the respect of the dressing room."

England begin their summer of cricket, which has been badly affected by the coronavirus pandemic, on July 8 with the first Test against the West Indies.

Further international matches against Pakistan, Australia and Ireland are all pencilled in, but they are all likely to be played in empty stadiums.

"I would rather be in the broadcaster chair than in the players' chair because entertainers like atmosphere and you are going to have to build your own atmosphere and dig as deep as you can to try your best and perform in front of a whisper," Pietersen said.

"It is going to be hard, especially for cricket. Six hours, when you're in the field and guys are batting and you're 100 overs into an innings, England are going to have to dig deep because it is going to feel like a warm-up game, with no one watching."

Kevin Pietersen does not think Ben Stokes should captain England if Joe Root is forced to miss a game against the West Indies because it would heap too much pressure on the all-rounder.

Kevin Pietersen does not think Ben Stokes should captain England if Joe Root is forced to miss a game against the West Indies because it would heap too much pressure on the all-rounder. Root's wife is due to give birth in July, meaning he risks missing one of the three behind-closed-doors Tests against the Caribbean side next month. Root has backed vice-captain Stokes to do a good job in his absence, but former England skipper Pietersen is wary about the all-rounder assuming even more responsibility. Pietersen, who said he "hated" the responsibility of being captain of England for a brief spell, would prefer wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler to take over. "Do I want to see Ben Stokes change from who he is and the current player he is? Probably not. Jos Buttler would be my guy," he told talkSPORT. "The entertainers and the guys that have to carry the mantle in the team sometimes aren't the best captains and sometimes struggle with the extra added pressure." Pietersen said the captaincy changed how players were viewed in the dressing room. "I struggled with it, I absolutely hated it and I was rubbish," he said. "You have to change and I couldn't command the respect of the dressing room." England begin their summer of cricket, which has been badly affected by the coronavirus pandemic, on July 8 with the first Test against the West Indies. Further international matches against Pakistan, Australia and Ireland are all pencilled in, but they are all likely to be played in empty stadiums. "I would rather be in the broadcaster chair than in the players' chair because entertainers like atmosphere and you are going to have to build your own atmosphere and dig as deep as you can to try your best and perform in front of a whisper," Pietersen said. "It is going to be hard, especially for cricket. Six hours, when you're in the field and guys are batting and you're 100 overs into an innings, England are going to have to dig deep because it is going to feel like a warm-up game, with no one watching."

Stokes does not need extra captaincy pressure, says Pietersen