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Stokes Demands Fight as England Recall Tongue and Omit Bashir for Must-Win Adelaide Test

Team leaders reject job‑security talk, refocusing the squad on attitude and execution in Adelaide.

Cricket - The Ashes - Australia v England - Second Test - The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia - December 7, 2025 England's Ben Stokes looks on during a press conference after losing the second test REUTERS/Hollie Adams
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Overview

  • England trail 2-0 in the five-match Ashes, with the third Test at Adelaide Oval starting Wednesday.
  • The XI shows one change as seamer Josh Tongue replaces Gus Atkinson, while Will Jacks remains the spin option.
  • Shoaib Bashir is left out despite spin-friendly expectations and heat, with Ben Stokes saying Jacks at No. 8 strengthens the batting.
  • Stokes described recent discussions as "proper, meaningful" and "raw" and urged players to "show a bit of dog" in every situation.
  • Brendon McCullum dismissed speculation about his job security and Stokes said choices are for the team, as England carry a 17‑Test winless run in Australia and face a comeback achieved only once from 2-0 down.