Ben Stokes insists England will not undergo major changes post-Ashes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:07 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
England captain Ben Stokes stated the team does not need significant alterations despite suffering a 4-1 defeat in the Ashes series against Australia. Stokes acknowledged the criticism of England's performance but emphasized that both the director of cricket Rob Key and head coach Brendon McCullum will remain in their roles. As England prepares for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's, starting on Thursday, Stokes expressed confidence in the players' capabilities and stressed the need for smarter decision-making during crucial moments. He aims to build on past experiences without overhauling the team's structure.
- •England will play New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's on Thursday.
- •Stokes maintains England's current structure, despite Ashes criticism.
- •Rob Key and Brendon McCullum remain in their positions.
- •Stokes averages over 54% as captain, the best for England in 45 years.
- •Ollie Robinson returns to the Test side after more than two years.
- 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — England do not need massive change - Stokes
- 2:01 PMBBC Sport — England do not need massive change after Ashes - Stokes
"Captain Ben Stokes insists England do not have to make a "massive change", despite their 4-1 Ashes hammering in Australia.
"Captain Ben Stokes insists England do not have to make a "massive change", despite their 4-1 Ashes hammering in Australia.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 2:07 PMEngland do not need massive change - Stokes
Captain Ben Stokes insists England do not have to make a "massive change", despite their 4-1 Ashes hammering in Australia.
- BBC SportJun 3, 2026, 2:01 PMEngland do not need massive change after Ashes - Stokes
Captain Ben Stokes insists England do not have to make a "massive change", despite their 4-1 Ashes hammering in Australia.
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