Brisbane, Nov. 29 -- England captain Ben Stokes says he is ready to accept criticism calling England's showing in the opening Test rubbish, but believes describing his team as arrogant goes a step too far, as per ESPNcricinfo.

England have faced severe backlash after their two-day defeat to Australia in Perth. Despite being in a strong position on day two, leading by 105 runs with nine wickets still in hand, they collapsed dramatically, losing 9 wickets for 99 runs due to poor shot selection, before Travis Head sealed an eight-wicket win for the hosts.

Former players and pundits have criticised England's approach both during the match and around it.

Questions have been raised about England's preparation, a low-intensity three-day warm-...