Melbourne, Dec. 27 -- England captain Ben Stokes has opened up about the decision to send Brydon Carse at the number three position during the second innings of the Boxing Day Test against Australia.

During the run chase of England, the visitors made a shock change in their batting order when Carse, who traditionally bats at No.9 or 10, came out to bat at number three. However, the move didn't work for the Three Lions as Carse made just six runs.

The move didn't work, but it allowed Jacob Bethell, who batted at number three in the first innings, scored vital runs (40) in England's memorable four-wicket win in Melbourne. During the post-match conference, Stokes explained that both teams were struggling and they wanted someone who could s...