James Taylor & Ben Stokes score England tons in South Africa

Ben Stokes and James Taylor both make unbeaten centuries as England reached 470-5 on the opening day of their warm-up match against a South African Invitation XI in Potchefstroom.

Stokes smashed 158 from 131 balls and Taylor compiled a stylish 114 before both were retired out.

Nick Compton, batting at three, marked his return with 58 to help the tourists recover from 56-3.

Pictures courtesy of the England and Wales Cricket Board.

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