MCC ‘frustrated’ with Lord's pitch after Ben Stokes hits out at playing surface: ‘Fell short of expectations’

MCC acknowledges substandard Lord's pitch after England-New Zealand Test

MCC admitted Lord's pitch during the England-New Zealand Test showed inconsistent bounce, causing 40 wickets in 166 overs and allowing England's 115-run victory on day four. Weather conditions and groundkeeping constraints compromised quality standards despite best efforts.