Stokes had surgery on his left hamstring in January, having torn the same muscle last summer and had a knee operation in November 2023.
He only returned to bowling in late May during the one-off Test against Zimbabwe.
Still, Stokes has been England’s most consistent seamer this summer. His 16 wickets in the series are the most on either side.
However, the 129 overs has has bowled is his biggest workload in a single series, despite Trescothick saying after the second hamstring tear in December he may have to manage his bowling workloads. There are also only three days off before the fifth Test next week.
Trescothick suggested England’s management still needs to find a way to protect Stokes, who will be seeking to help England regain the Ashes in Australia later in the year.
“You have to manage everyone – him no different because of his impact as captain of the team you want him playing as many games as possible,
“If we can find a way [to limit his overs], of course it will benefit. The more games he will string together as captain and leader the better that will be for the team.”
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant will bat if required despite his broken foot.
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