India, Dec. 10 -- Two local Australian radio presenters on Wednesday brutally trolled Ben Stokes and the England team during their getaway in Noosa, the affluent resort town on Queensland's coast, even as the visitors endured a dismal start to the Ashes. Having lost both opening Tests to go 0-2 down, they now stare at another failed campaign Down Under.

The Australian media have been merciless in attacking the England players for opting for a vacation in the middle of a series where they have been outplayed by the Steve Smith-led side in every department. They lost both Tests by eight wickets: the opener in Perth ended inside two days, while the second match at the Gabba dragged into the final session on Day 4.

Hoping to recharge with s...