Gawar-Petersen is skeptical of 'captain' Stokes

Gawar-Petersen is skeptical of 'captain' Stokes

The experience of all-rounders as England captain is not very promising. But Ben Stokes may be the exception. Joe Root believes this all-rounder can be great as a Test captain.

 David Gower and Kevin Pietersen do not want to see additional responsibility on the shoulders of Ben Stokes, who has made great contributions at bat and ball. The skepticism of the two former England captains could lead to an impact on Stokes' performance.

The England and Wales Cricket Board is set to host a series against the West Indies by creating a 'germ-free environment' amid the Covid-19 epidemic. There will be three Tests in three weeks next July.

Regular captain Joe Root may not play in one or two Tests of the series to be by the side of a child-potential wife. In his absence, co-captain Stokes of this edition could lead the team.

Root commented a few days ago that Stokes would do great as Test captain. Former captain Gower also believes Stokes will enjoy the lead. However, in an interview with the Daily Mail on Sunday, he reminded me that the experience of all-rounders as England captain in the past is not very good. Gawar cited the example of English legend all-rounder Ian Botham, who has not won any of the 12 Tests as captain.

“I would love to see Ben Stokes as an example. She does her job properly and practices hard. He is a very energetic cricketer. ”

"Comparisons with Biffy (Ian Botham) are inevitable, he was of the same genre. Being on the field meant leading, the presence was inspiring. Only Ben will be able to say whether he will lose the leadership. I'm sure he will do it with interest. I want someone else to think about the nuances of leadership. "

Petersen knows how stressful the captaincy is. So he doesn't want to push Stokes into this position. Joss Butler is his choice to lead in Root's absence. Pietersen, who led England in three Tests, told TalkSport on Monday about his experience.

“Responsibilities, communication, movement in the dressing room will all change. It’s a very difficult place (captaincy). I suffered from captaincy. I disliked it and I was disgusted. "

"Ben Stokes is the kind of player he is now and with that quality, what I want is a change. Probably not. I like Joss Butler. ”