IND vs ENG: ‘You’re not in the battle’ – Kevin Pietersen defends Ben Stokes

The drawn fourth Test at Old Trafford saw England captain Ben Stokes’ frustration boil over as India declined his offer to end play early, with Jadeja and Sundar pursuing centuries. Stokes’ actions drew criticism from commentators like Nasser Hussain and Manjrekar, who deemed his behavior ‘spoiled.’ However, Kevin Pietersen defended Stokes’ emotional response, emphasizing the players’ mindset and charged atmosphere.