Dukes ball is the talk of the town.

Dukes Ball Issues in Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Series

• The Dukes ball, used in Test matches in England, has caused controversy during the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series.

• Both teams have requested ball changes in the first two Tests.

• India’s vice-captain Rishabh Pant expressed frustration over the ‘de-shaping’ of the ball.

• Pant emphasized the need for players to adjust to the ball’s varying performance.

• India captain Shubman Gill also raised concerns about the quality of the Dukes ball.

• English counterpart Ben Stokes confirmed the issue, stating that the standard Dukes rings used are not the standard.

• Stokes emphasized the need for regular checks and replacements for out of shape balls.