Ben Stokes angrily calls out Jofra Archer after the pacer skips the Bashir wicket celebration

Ben Stokes calls Jofra Archer (Image: X) England captain Ben Stokes was seen urging Jofra Archer to join the team celebrations during the third Test against New Zealand after the fast bowler initially opted to stay out after a wicket claimed by spinner Shoaib Bashir. The brief on-field exchange quickly went viral, with fans praising Stokes’ leadership and his insistence on maintaining team unity despite the tense moment.

What happened?

The incident took place during the 114th over of New Zealand’s first innings at Trent Bridge. Earlier in the over, Bashir dropped a difficult turn catch off Archer’s bowling, a missed opportunity that left the England pacer visibly frustrated. However, the young off-spinner responded immediately by dismissing Nathan Smith with a superb catch and shuffle effort. As other England players rushed to celebrate the breakthrough, Archer remained near the boundary rope and appeared reluctant to join the huddle.Stokes guidance on displayBen Stokes noticed Archer standing away from the group and quickly intervened. The England captain was seen gesticulating firmly and calling his fast bowler to celebrate, emphasizing the importance of celebrating as a team. Archer eventually walked over and joined his teammates, although television cameras caught him looking subdued as the celebrations continued.

Match context

New Zealand enter Day 4 of the decisive third Test at Trent Bridge in complete control, leading England by 204 runs with seven second-innings wickets in hand. With the series locked at 1-1, the Black Caps are well placed to knock England out of the contest before unleashing their bowlers on a pitch that has begun to show signs of uneven bounce and increasing spin assistance.The visitors will continue with Rachin Ravindra (60)* and Daryl Mitchell (26)* at the wicket to extend their unbeaten partnership and push the lead past the 350-run mark. England, meanwhile, will rely on Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson and spinner Shoaib Bashir to strike early to keep their hopes of winning the series alive.