This is my toughest time as captain - Stokes

England captain Ben Stokes acknowledges the challenging times amidst the Ashes series, advocating for empathy toward teammates amid reports of excessive drinking and scrutiny. Director Rob Key plans to investigate player behavior in Noosa, with a video surfacing of Ben Duckett allegedly drunk. Stokes emphasizes understanding the pressures faced by players, especially when far from home, urging support and empathy during tough times as they face a daunting series against Australia.