Stokes and Foakes tons ease England away from South Africa in second Test

Ben Stokes hits out as part of his first Test century as captain, which included six fours and three sixes. Photograph: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images

Not even the most optimistic member of the Amazon Prime marketing team could have predicted such a launch day for their new film about the life and times of Ben Stokes.

Posters, viral clips, in-depth interviews and the like – none of these could top the man himself compiling a first century as England captain that saw his side take full control of their must-win second Test against South Africa.