Ahead of The Ashes series, England’s cricket stars, including Ben Stokes and Joe Root, opted for golfing over rigorous training, drawing criticism for their preparation. Stokes defended the team’s schedule, while former players like Ian Botham and Kevin Pietersen expressed concerns about the lack of competitive practice. The team’s warm-up match against the England Lions showed mixed results, raising doubts about their readiness for the upcoming Tests. As players enjoy golf, questions linger about the effectiveness of their training strategy.
