Stokes backs Crawley to improve dismal NZ record

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has thrown his support behind opening batsman Zak Crawley to turn around his dismal record against New Zealand.

Crawley has struggled against the Kiwi bowlers in recent outings, leading to questions about his place in the team.

However, Stokes believes that Crawley has the talent and determination to bounce back and perform at his best in the upcoming matches.

“Zak is a fantastic player with great potential. He has been working hard on his game and I have no doubt that he will come good against New Zealand,” Stokes said.

Stokes, who himself has faced tough challenges in his career, knows the importance of backing players in times of struggle.

“It’s all part of the game. Every player goes through rough patches, but it’s how you respond that matters,” Stokes added.

England will be looking for a strong performance from Crawley in the upcoming matches against New Zealand, as they aim to bounce back from a series of disappointing results.

With Stokes’ support and belief in him, Crawley will be hoping to make a significant impact and prove his critics wrong.

Only time will tell if Crawley can rise to the occasion and improve his dismal record against New Zealand.