England opener Zak Crawley has defended Ben Stokes' captaincy, stating he is the best captain he has played under and should continue in the role despite the team's Ashes series loss. Crawley emphasized Stokes' leadership by example and his positive influence on the team, suggesting results shouldn't solely define his tenure. He highlighted the progress made under Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum, noting England's win in the fourth Ashes Test as a significant achievement. Stokes has captained England since 2022, with a contract until 2027.