England all-rounder Ben Stokes, who produced a match-winning efficiency towards the Netherlands and likewise introduced up his maiden ton within the World Cup, was extra happy with the crew’s victory slightly than reaching his private milestone. Stokes took on the opposition bowlers, scoring at a brisk fee, pushing England’s rating to 300 plus and conserving their hopes of sealing a spot within the ICC Champions Trophy alive. After the sport, Stokes was quizzed about whether or not he was happy with England’s victory or about his personal efficiency to which he replied, “more pleased with the victory (than scoring a century), it has been a tough World Cup for us.”

He additional went on to speak concerning the essential 129-run partnership that he stitched up together with Chris Woakes to place England on monitor for a 300-plus rating.

“It was a nice wicket to bat on, had some tennis-ball bounce. We (Woakes and himself) built a good partnership, whenever there was pressure building I had a look at the scoreboard and reminded myself there was a lot of time remaining (in the innings). Tried to take it deep and cash in later. He (Woakes) is a genuine all-rounder for us, he has been a great cricketer for England over the last 2-3 years and today he proved it,” Stokes added.

Coming to the match, Ben Stokes’ century and Moeen Ali‘s three-wicket haul helped England clinch 160 runs win towards the Netherlands within the fortieth match of the ODI World Cup 2023 on the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune.

Dutch gamers displayed a disappointing efficiency within the recreation with each bat and ball towards England. Whereas, England managed to seal their second win within the match.

After profitable the toss, England opted to bat first and posted a complete of 339/9. In reply, the Dutch crew obtained off to an excellent begin however didn’t capitalise on these alternatives.

England’s scientific bowling spell ended their innings on 179 runs making certain a large 160-run victory for England.