In a documentary titled 'Ashes 2023 | Our Take', the Bazball mentality of England was showcased as it carried through into the series against India, as per a report by indianexpress.com. After the fourth Ashes Test of 2023 was rained out, leaving Australia with a 2-1 lead, England captain Ben Stokes delivered a rousing speech to his team to lift their spirits. He emphasised the impact they were making with their aggressive style of play, aiming to create a lasting legacy.
Stokes stated, "The true reward of our efforts is not what we achieve, but who we become. We have become a team that will be remembered for generations to come by those fortunate enough to witness us play cricket." This inspiring message was featured in the documentary 'Ashes 2023 | Our Take'.
Despite the knowledge that they could not win back the Ashes urn, Stokes motivated his team by highlighting the significance of their journey and the lasting impression they had made on fans. While acknowledging the disappointment of not reclaiming the urn, he believed that their impact was greater than any trophy. The speech received a range of reactions, with Stokes defending the team's positivity in a challenging situation against critics.
Following the Ashes, England maintained their aggressive style in the series against India, resulting in a 4-1 loss and criticism of their playing approach. The England team is slated to tour India once more in 2025 for T20I and ODI matches, with their next Ashes series scheduled for 2025-26 in Australia.