SYDNEY: Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad offered insight into fiery exchange between English captain Ben Stokes and Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne, suggesting it was no accident but rather visitor's tactic to disrupt Labuschagne’s focus.
After an earlier flashpoint between Jofra Archer and Steve Smith, the latest incident unfolded on Monday, when a visibly frustrated Stokes confronted Labuschagne between overs. The moment came shortly after Travis Head had taken Stokes apart, striking consecutive boundaries and further adding to the tension.
It looked as if Labuschagne had infuriated Stokes after the Aussie batter appeared to back away from his crease during Stokes' run-up.