England Centurions Dominate Zimbabwe Test Raise Selection Questions

England's Test captain Ben Stokes has publicly supported vice-captain Ollie Pope amid speculation about his place in the squad following the potential recall of Jacob Bethell for the upcoming India series. Pope responded to the pressure with a commanding innings of 171 against Zimbabwe, showcasing his resilience and form. Alongside centuries from Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett, Pope's performance helped England dominate the match, winning by an innings and 45 runs. Pope has acknowledged the scrutiny surrounding his position but emphasized focusing on his game and internal team dynamics rather than media noise. His flexibility this year, including adapting to different batting positions and wicketkeeping duties, has further demonstrated his value to the team. Stokes clarified that there is no immediate decision to replace Pope, affirming his importance as vice-captain and key number three batsman.