Stokes Takes Revenge, Dismisses Labuschagne After Heated Altercation

Ben Stokes dismissed Marnus Labuschagne after a heated exchange at the SCG. Labuschagne was caught at slip for 48, ending a promising innings. The confrontation began when Labuschagne appeared to question Stokes' decision to walk, leading to a tense moment between the two players. Stokes was visibly angry, and the umpire had to intervene. That brought nightwatcher Michael Neser to the crease and he was unaware of the circumstances around the tension. "Not a clue. I was stressing about my batting," he said, before adding "he has a knack [of frustrating opponents]. I think it's just the fact that he's such a strong competitor and he can get under your skin. It's just Marnus for you." The dismissal came on the second day of the Ashes Test, with Australia struggling at 2-113. Labuschagne had been in good touch, adding 82 runs for the second wicket with Steve Smith.