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Ian Botham calls Ben Stokes 'stupid boy', reigniting feud
Original: 'Stupid boy': England cricket legend Ian Botham reignites feud with Ben Stokes
England cricket great Ian Botham has branded Ben Stokes a 'stupid boy', rekindling his public feud with the England Test captain. The remarks from the former all-rounder have drawn attention given Botham's stature in the game and his history of criticism of Stokes, prompting debate among fans about whether the spat is personal or about England's direction under Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum.
Why now: A celebrated former England captain publicly attacking the current Test captain is bound to spark debate among cricket fans.
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- 'Stupid boy': England cricket legend Ian Botham reignites feud with Ben Stokes · The Times of India
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