"Need A Trophy": Ex-England Captain Sets Clear Expectation For Ben Stokes And Co. Ahead Of Ashes Challenge

"Need A Trophy": Ex-England Captain Sets Clear Expectation For Ben Stokes And Co. Ahead Of Ashes Challenge

Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes the upcoming Ashes series will present the perfect opportunity for Test skipper Ben Stokes to leave his mark as leader, urging the all-rounder to "deliver" and bring the urn back to England.

Michael Vaughan: Ben Stokes Can Lead England to Ashes Glory

The Ashes 2025-26 series is fast approaching, and former England skipper Michael Vaughan is confidently predicting a series win for Ben Stokes and his team in Australia. The opening Test is scheduled to take place on November 21st at the Optus Stadium in Perth, marking the start of an intense five-match battle for supremacy. Vaughan highlighted England’s historical struggles in Australia, noting their last Test victory Down Under occurred in 201…

Vaughan: 'Stokes will expect to win the Ashes, that is his mentality'

Former England captain is optimistic about prospects but warns against presuming all-out pace is key

England great left stunned as red-hot spinner overlooked for Ashes tour

Former England fast bowler Matthew Hoggard MBE believes England’s fearless approach under Ben Stokes could be the key to unsettling Australia when the Ashes return Down Under in 2025–26. The 2005 Ashes winner, speaking to Cricket365 in exclusive association with Champions Speakers, shared his early thoughts on what will shape the series — pinpointing England’s aggression at the crease as both their greatest strength and potential downfall. Engla…