WATCH: Chris Woakes takes match practice to the next level, strips to his underwear before taking catch

Chris Woakes (Image source: Twitter)

A video of England cricketer Chris Woakes from a training session has gone viral on social media, showing the all-rounder going for a catch while stripping down to his underwear. The video, which was captured during a practice session, shows Woakes removing his shirt and pants in a playful manner as soon as the ball is thrown in the air, before completing the catch to the delight of his teammates and coaches.

The video has been widely shared on social media, with many cricket fans finding it amusing and praising Woakes for his sense of humour. However, some have criticized the incident, arguing that it is unprofessional and inappropriate for a professional athlete to behave in such a manner.

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While it is true that professional athletes are expected to maintain a certain level of decorum and professionalism, it is also important to remember that they are human beings with personalities and a sense of humour. It is not uncommon for athletes to engage in playful or humorous behaviour during training sessions or off the field, and as long as it does not interfere with their performance or the team's objectives, there is nothing wrong with it.

In fact, humour and camaraderie among teammates can often help to build team morale and foster a positive team culture, which can be crucial to success in a team sport like cricket. Chris Woakes' playful antics in this video seem to be well-received by his teammates and coaches, who are all smiling and laughing along with him.

As soon as the video was posted on social media, soon fans began commentating with funny replies under the short clip.

As for the England team, they are currently playing against New Zealand in a 2-match Test series, the first of which they have already won.