Stokes, Taylor make centuries in warm-up

POTCHEFSTROOM: Ben Stokes and James Taylor smashed unbeaten centuries as England plundered 470/5 on the opening day of their warm-up match against a South African Invitation XI on Tuesday. Facing an inexperienced bowling attack, Stokes smashed 158 from 131 balls and Taylor 114 from 152 before both retired to allow others practice time during the three-day game.