London. Former captains Michael Vaughan and Nasser Hussain have stated that star all-rounder Ben Stokes has the “smart mind” required for cricket and is the “obvious” option to take over as England’s Test captain after Joe Root stepped down. Root, who confronted criticism after England’s 0-4 Ashes sequence towards Australia and 0-1 Test sequence towards West Indies, resigned from captaincy on Friday.

Vaughan advised the BBC, “I don’t see anyone other than Stokes who has a confirmed place in the team and can take the responsibility of this position.” He stated, “In Ben Stokes you have a player who has A smart mind is essential for cricket. If he gets a chance, he will be completely dedicated. He also enjoys the respect of fellow players.” Hussain, who led England from 1999-2003, additionally supported Stokes taking up as Test captain.

He advised ‘SkySports.com’, “For me obviously Ben Stokes is the first for this position. Stokes has done some phenomenal things as a cricketer and has a very smart cricketing mind. He has shown it in the World Cup final, he has made a memorable performance at Headingley. He has led the team several times in the absence of Root. “You have to choose somebody who has a strong place within the staff. ,