England captain Stokes criticizes Lord's pitch following their test victory over New Zealand.

Ben Stokes, England's skipper, expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the Lord's pitch after their initial test triumph over New Zealand, deeming it unsuitable for Test cricket.

A low-scoring contest unfolded at Lord's, where England secured a comprehensive 115-run victory over New Zealand within three days of play. The match was marked by challenging conditions for batsmen due to an uneven bounce on the pitch.

England captain Ben Stokes questioned whether a particular surface would enhance the game of test cricket, expressing his skepticism in an interview with the BBC's Test Match Special on Sunday.

Test cricket's future has been debated extensively, with some advocating for its preservation. Stokes notes that the format's longevity is often questioned, but he believes it still has value. The game's duration, spanning five days, can be affected by unpredictable weather conditions.

Test cricket's superiority is compromised when pitches like this one are prepared, undermining its enduring appeal.

Lord's ground owners, the Marylebone Cricket Club, attributed the pitch conditions to inclement weather, subsequently offering a formal apology following England's test victory over New Zealand in a record-breaking short match.

England's next test match is scheduled to begin on June 17 at the Oval stadium.