"They can't win without him (Stokes) for a number of reasons," Chappell told Sydney's Daily Telegraph on Thursday. "Obviously his ability is the main thing, but also, he's a match-winning player and those sort of players drag the rest along with them and make them better. "He's probably one of those players inspired by playing against the better teams and again that has a flow on effect to the fellas that don't have that sort of confidence. I don’t think they've got a hope in hell without him."BREAKING: Ben Stokes and Alex Hales will not be considered for @englandcricket selection until further notice #SSN pic.twitter.com/SYA9ZIWQX0
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While the Australian side may consider the suspension of Stokes a significant boost to their chances, former captain Allan Border believes the five-match test series would be spoiled without the firebrand all-rounder. "He is one of those cricketers you would go to watch play," Border said. "He's just got something about him, the aggressive nature of his cricket is exciting and it would be a real blow if he doesn't come." Stokes has been a match-winning figure for the England side since making his debut against Australia in 2013. In 39 tests, he has scored 2,429 runs and picked up 95 wickets.
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