Ben Foakes: England’s great goalkeeper’s century against South Africa is ‘a bit of a relief’ | News about cricket
Wicketkeeper Ben Foakes led the way for England with 113 missed appearances as they dominated South Africa on day two of the second test at Old Trafford; this is Foakes’ first ton since his Experimental debut in 2018; watch Tuesday on Sky Sports on Saturday (10:15am broadcast, 11am start)
Last updated: August 26, 22 8:00 pm
Ben Foakes to star for England against South Africa on Monday
Ben Foakes revealed his relief at scoring a century of Second Test that helped put England in control in day two of the Second Test against South Africa.
Goalkeeper top scorer for the hosts in their first half at Old Trafford going 113 games unbeaten, sharing a sixth score of 173 with captain Ben Stokes (103) and helping them reach a claimed 415-9 father when responding to Proteas’ score out of 151.
This is Foakes’ first Test since making his 107th appearance on his debut against Sri Lanka in Galle four years ago and the 29-year-old is naturally delighted to be starring in a home test.
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“It was a bit of a relief and I was delighted to receive a hundred tests,” said Foakes Sports sky. “I had a bit of a wait and I realized how hard they were to come, so I thought I celebrated this a little bit more.
“It’s obviously a great opportunity to play for England and you want to contribute as much as you can. When you go through it in such a short time it makes it a little bit more special.
“The whole journey makes you really appreciate it. Having to wait and work hard for it, days like that are amazing.”
It hasn’t been smooth sailing for Foakes since appearing on the Test scene in 2018, with a slump in form and injuries meaning it was something of an international career that didn’t begin for him. with him.
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As a result, hitting the turn of the century milestone again after all of that makes this even more special for right-handers than it was at launch.
“Fairy tales, when they come out, don’t get much better, but you almost never know what’s going to happen,” says Foakes.
“Get my first ton, that’s what you’re meant to do, but you have no difficulty behind.
“While I think with all the trials and tribulations I’ve been through this makes a little more sense.”
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Foakes delivers second Test match of hundreds with phenomenal performance on second day of Test Monday against South Africa
Foakes has been full of praise for the guidance and support of captain Stokes and England Test head coach Brendon McCullum since they took charge of the team.
He believes England are in a great position to create their home advantage as South Africa went on to go 23-0 on Tuesday, after 241 runs.
“They’re too clear about what they expect of you,” says Foakes. “They don’t put too much pressure on you, they let you go and do it your way.
“They let you play freely, they are very supportive and the message is always clear, which is really helpful.
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Highlights of day two of the second test between England and South Africa at Emirates Old Trafford
“Obviously it wasn’t easy and they were [South Africa] have a great bowling attack. It’s tough outside, and the partnerships have clearly put us in an advantageous position in the game.
“Hopefully we can do the job tomorrow and the next day.”
Watch day three of the second LV=Insurance test match between England and South Africa, from Emirates Old Trafford, live on Sky Sports The Hundred on Saturday. Construction started at 10:15 a.m. before the first ball at 11 a.m.
