Cook has a recorded national cricketing history & culture of almost 200 years. Ash has 10 years. Lets make such comparison of BD/Eng youngstars atleast after 25 more years.
Surprisingly, I found Ash quiet competitive, as a BD player
By god, 5 centuries, Neck to neck HS in similar number of matches, Even thought of it, could cause nightmares for any BD cricketer 10 years back.
Well done Ash and hope the Next generation will make us more competitive & proud.