England vs India 2018: Modern India-England Combined Test XI 

#6 Ben Stokes

England v West Indies - 2nd Investec Test: Day One

A standout amongst the most dangerous all-rounders of the modern period, Ben Stokes' vitality is irresistible on the cricket field. He is greatly energetic at everything that he does and being a lively character implies that there is only sometimes a dull minute when he is around.

An assaulting southpaw with an affinity for the huge hits as well as being equipped for playing long innings, Stokes is as relentless with the ball. He can bowl at moderately high speeds and has a talent of providing breakthroughs when nothing appears to work for his group.

The spell of 4/40 changed the fortunes in favour of the hosts, and they went on to win closely contested first test match by 31 runs. Be it with the bat or the ball, his contribution has always been valuable to his team.