Kevin Pietersen leaps to Ben Stokes’ defence following fourth Test criticism - India left Emirates Old Trafford on Sunday with a draw to keep the Rothesay series alive.

Former England opener Geoffrey Boycott has slammed the Ben Stokes-led England team for their tactics and behaviour on Day 5 of the Manchester Test, questioning the drama that unfolded when Indian batters refused to settle for a draw.

England captain Ben Stokes expressed frustration after Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar declined his offer for a draw, prioritizing personal milestones over team strategy. Stokes aimed to protect his bowlers from potential injuries with a quick turnaround before the final Test.

Sir Geoffrey Boycott questioned Ben Stokes and England's tactics on Day 5 of the Manchester Test, asking, “Why should India be nice”?

Even after just two innings of this match, when an injury cloud gathered over his involvement in its remainder, Ben Stokes had done what he never had in 115 previous Tests by scoring a century and taking a five-wicket haul.

Amitabh Bachchan, a sports enthusiast, reacted to India's refusal of a draw offer by England in the Manchester Test. Ben Stokes offered the draw, but Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar continued batting.

England captain Ben Stokes may be under fire from Indian fans for his controversial call to end the Manchester Test early, denying Washington Sundar a chance to complete his century. But amid the criticism,

England captain Ben Stokes is facing the Internet's heat for being ‘salty’ and was called a ‘crybaby’. Meanwhile, Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja ‘farmed infinite aura’ points with the netizens.