Ben Stokes has revealed his ambition to coach England in the future after retirement, while continuing to impress with Durham in the One-Day Cup
England director of cricket Rob Key believes Ben Stokes could reverse his retirement decision and return to the side for next year’s Ashes.
Ben Stokes is set for his competitive return as Durham face Derbyshire in the One-Day Cup on July 21. The match marks his first 50-over game in nearly three years and his first domestic List A appearance for Durham since 2014.
Ben Stokes penned an emotional farewell message to England fans after bringing the curtain down on his remarkable 15-year international…
Ben Stokes penned an emotional farewell message to England fans after bringing the curtain down on his remarkable 15-year international…
Ben Stokes is one of only three men in history to achieve the prestigious Test double of over 7,000 runs and 250 wickets. In the 2019 ODI World Cup Final, Ben Stokes rescued England with a masterful, unbeaten 84 to force a dramatic Super Over victory against New Zealand. In the 2022 T20 World Cup Final, his gritty, unbeaten 52 anchored a tense chase against Pakistan to anchor England to the trophy.
Ben Stokes is one of only three men in history to achieve the prestigious Test double of over 7,000 runs and 250 wickets. In the 2019 ODI World Cup Final, Ben Stokes rescued England with a masterful, unbeaten 84 to force a dramatic Super Over victory against New Zealand. In the 2022 T20 World Cup Final, his gritty, unbeaten 52 anchored a tense chase against Pakistan to anchor England to the trophy.
As England went down to New Zealand most recently, their dressing room in the game’s aftermath was an emotional space as the great batter and former captain Joe Root offered some brilliant insights on the departing Ben Stokes.
As England went down to New Zealand most recently, their dressing room in the game’s aftermath was an emotional space as the great batter and former captain Joe Root offered some brilliant insights on the departing Ben Stokes.
Stokes ended his 15-year England career following the third Test against New Zealand. He backed his deputy Harry Brook as the next captain. McCullum, who said he tried to talk Stokes out of retiring, said he wanted to carry on himself, four years after taking the job as coach of the test team.
Stokes ended his 15-year England career following the third Test against New Zealand. He backed his deputy Harry Brook as the next captain. McCullum, who said he tried to talk Stokes out of retiring, said he wanted to carry on himself, four years after taking the job as coach of the test team.
Ben Stokes ended his international career with pride, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of World Cup victories, unforgettable Test innings and countless match-winning performances for England.
Ben Stokes ended his international career with pride, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of World Cup victories, unforgettable Test innings and countless match-winning performances for England.
Ben Stokes says retirement was building since the Ashes, but recent events strengthened his decision. Michael Vaughan believes the ECB’s handling of the recent controversy damaged trust and hastened Stokes’ exit. The England captain will retire with 122 Tests, 7,273 runs, 252 wickets and multiple major titles.
Ben Stokes says retirement was building since the Ashes, but recent events strengthened his decision. Michael Vaughan believes the ECB’s handling of the recent controversy damaged trust and hastened Stokes’ exit. The England captain will retire with 122 Tests, 7,273 runs, 252 wickets and multiple major titles.
Ben Stokes will retire as one of England’s greatest-ever cricketers, redefining modern Test cricket through fearless leadership and unforgettable all-round performances. His career leaves behind historic milestones, World Cup triumphs and a legacy that few players can match.
Ben Stokes will retire as one of England’s greatest-ever cricketers, redefining modern Test cricket through fearless leadership and unforgettable all-round performances. His career leaves behind historic milestones, World Cup triumphs and a legacy that few players can match.
Shortly after the announcement of his retirement Richard Thompson, the ECB Chairman paid tribute to him as one of England’s greatest ever cricketers.
Shortly after the announcement of his retirement Richard Thompson, the ECB Chairman paid tribute to him as one of England’s greatest ever cricketers.
Ben Stokes confirmed he will retire from international cricket after the ongoing Test against New Zealand, calling it “the greatest honour” of his life to represent England. The legendary all-rounder leaves behind an extraordinary legacy as one of England’s finest captains and greatest match-winners.
Ben Stokes confirmed he will retire from international cricket after the ongoing Test against New Zealand, calling it “the greatest honour” of his life to represent England. The legendary all-rounder leaves behind an extraordinary legacy as one of England’s finest captains and greatest match-winners.
Stokes once again showcased his all-round brilliance, claiming a four-wicket haul to reach 250 Test wickets and join an exclusive club alongside the game’s greatest all-rounders. The milestone further cements his legacy as one of modern cricket’s defining figures.
Stokes once again showcased his all-round brilliance, claiming a four-wicket haul to reach 250 Test wickets and join an exclusive club alongside the game’s greatest all-rounders. The milestone further cements his legacy as one of modern cricket’s defining figures.
There are sad situations in Cricket. There are desperate situations in Cricket. And then there are situations which completely make us shake our heads in a state of sheer disbelief.
There are sad situations in Cricket. There are desperate situations in Cricket. And then there are situations which completely make us shake our heads in a state of sheer disbelief.
The absence of Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson has sparked uncertainty within England’s camp, with Joe Root tasked with maintaining momentum and securing a series-clinching victory over New Zealand.
The absence of Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson has sparked uncertainty within England’s camp, with Joe Root tasked with maintaining momentum and securing a series-clinching victory over New Zealand.
Ben Stokes had an accident in February 2026 during his practice session when he was coaching Durham Academy Players
Ben Stokes had an accident in February 2026 during his practice session when he was coaching Durham Academy Players
Ben Stokes is retained as England Test Skipper even after a disastrous Ashes Season
Ben Stokes and England are a fulfilling, forward looking and prosperous cricketing love story that seems to have no end…
Ben Stokes has played 120 Test matches and scored 7216 runs.
Speaking to Sydney Morning Herald, the Aussie made the bold prediction.
The Ashes 2025/26 will be played from November 21, 2025 to January 8, 2026, in Australia.
Ben Stokes scored an unbeaten 135*(219) runs and put up a partnership of 76 runs along with Jack Leach as England successfully defeated Australia by just one wicket in the third Test at Headingley, Leeds.
Clarke also believes that India overachieved in the England Test series despite the retirement of their legends in Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
The Northern Superchargers have featured in one match this season, where they secured a comfortable eight-wicket win, courtesy an unbeaten 67 from Zak Crawley and 29-ball 41 from Dawid Malan.
Sachin Tendulkar shared his thoughts on the whole handshake saga during the Manchester Test.
India will take on England in the fifth Test of the five-match series at The Oval in London.
Currently, Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy at 2-1 is in England’s favour, so a win or draw will secure the series for the hosts, while India must win to avoid a series defeat.
England captain is unavailable for the fifth Test versus India due to a right shoulder injury.
Just how do the two, outstanding Test match all rounders stack up after 84 red ball international contests?
Tensions flared during the final hour of day five when English captain Ben Stokes offered a premature concluding handshake.
Notably, with 15 overs remaining on the day, Stokes came to shake hands with Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar, offering a draw. However, Jadeja and Sundar, who were nearing their respective hundreds, refused to end the game.
Later on, both Indian all-rounders went onto complete their respective centuries, helping India to draw the crucial fourth Test at the Old Trafford in Manchester.
The fifth Test of the five-match series is set to be played from July 31 to August 4 at the Kennington Oval in London.
Although, the video went viral in no time, but the truth lies that the England all-rounder had already shook hands with them, which is visible in a few videos circulating on the internet.
Jadeja and Sundar managed to reach their respective hundreds before the Manchester Test ended in a draw.
It is to be noted that Ben Stokes did not bowl a single over in the second India innings despite picking a fifer in the first innings of fourth Test.
Earlier, Ben Stokes managed to take his first five-wicket haul in Test cricket in nearly eight years at Old Trafford in Manchester.
Ben Stokes last picked up a five-wicket haul for England in Test cricket in September 2017 against West Indies
Ben Stokes has expressed his dissatisfaction ahead of the important 4th Test at Manchester and here’s why!
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Former India cricketer has also criticised Mohammed Siraj for the loss in Lord’s Test against England
What about Ben Stokes’ fitness as seen at Lord’s had worried Root at one stage?
In the second innings of the Lord’s Test, Archer looked extraordinary with the ball and played the role of destroyer-in-chief. He bagged three wickets and his victims were Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, and Washington Sundar.
Stokes made a vital contribution with the ball in the first innings as well.
As of this writing, England have reached 147/4 in 39 overs in their second innings against India during the second session on day four
It is to be noted that Archer was part of the squad for the second Test but wasn’t selected in the XI.
The incident took place in the eighth over of the India innings as India took the crease again to extend their lead.
There are some players in the cricketing world currently who not only hit the headlines for their performance but also for their attractive personalities
England skipper Ben Stokes has commented about him as one of the most dangerous players in world cricket and a personal favourite to watch.
When a question regarding Bumrah’s workload management was asked to the England skipper Ben Stokes, he said that it’s upon India on how they deal with it.
Mohammed Siraj got Ben Stokes caught behind on a wider delivery as wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant completed a simple catch.
Before Pant’s arrival at the crease, the English team made a bizarre error which added five extra runs to India’s scorecard.
At Stumps on Day 1, India had put a mammoth 359/3 with centuries coming from Yashasvi Jaiswal (101 off 159) and skipper Shubman Gill’s bat.
Rishabh Pant has looked phenomenal in this contest. The southpaw, accompanying his captain Gill, has stitched a crucial 117-run stand so far. He brought his 16th Test fifty in just 91 balls. If
Prior to the big game, Rahul and Stokes participated in a lively event organised by Red Bull.
Ben Stokes will continue to lead England in Test matches against India.
Overall, Ben Stokes has played 111 Tests, 114 ODIs and 43 T20Is in his international career, amassing 10776 runs with the bat and taking 313 wickets with the ball in all three formats combined. Let’s have a look at his career records in international cricket.
India are scheduled to tour England for a five-match Test series starting on June 20.
Ben Stokes was ruled out initially for three months from professional cricket last winter after suffering the hamstring injury on tour to New Zealand in December.
Stokes picked up a hamstring injury during England’s final Test against New Zealand at Seddon Park played in December 2024.
Ben Stokes opted out of IPL 2025 and did not register for the mega auction, which took place last year in November in Jeddah.
There is a high chance of Harry Brook becoming the new T20I captain of England, which would leave the ODI captaincy up for grabs for either him or Ben Stokes.
After Jos Buttler’s resignation, there are several reports that Ben Stokes might return to England’s ODI set up as captain.
With the latest development, England are highly likely to host India from June 20th to August 4th for the five Tests without Wood.
Notably, Ben Stokes has not played ODI cricket since the 2023 CWC.
As per Director of England men’s cricket team Rob Key, they would be “stupid” for not considering Ben Stokes as a potential white-ball captain.
In the recently concluded New Zealand series, Stokes brought seven dismissals at 36.85 from a total of 66.1 overs, which were also his most as captain.
Speaking of his bowling spell of 12.2 overs in the Kiwi innings, Stokes conceded 52 runs at an economy of 4.20, while scalping two wickets.
While New Zealand have dropped down to fifth place with 47.92 points percentage, England are just below them with 42.50 PCT.
The 33-year-old finds WTC a bit confusing and also revealed that England don’t think about it while playing a Test match.
Ben Stokes was last seen playing for CSK in IPL 2023, after the franchise bought him for a whopping ₹16.25 Crore.
Earlier, several reports had revealed that Ben Stokes was mulling to withdraw from IPL 2025 mega auction in order to priortise national duties.
Pakistan defeated England by 152 runs in the second Test in Multan to level the series 1-1 with final match remaining.
Ben Stokes played a 36-ball 37 during England’s second innings, with his knock consisting of four boundaries.
Ben Stokes is finally set to make his return on the cricket field after recovering from a hamstring injury during the Hundred this year.
The second Test of the three-match series is set to be played from October 15 to 19 at the Multan Cricket Stadium.
The first Test of the three-match series will commence from Monday, October 7 at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan.
Ben Stokes last played for England in a Test match against West Indies a couple of months ago at home.
ECB shared the status of Test captain Ben Stokes’ recovery and said that he is ‘on track’ for the upcoming tour to Pakistan.
Ben Stokes last played a Test match for England against West Indies at the end of July before his hamstring injury.
Ben Stokes was happy about Gus Atkinson excelling in the all-round role, scoring a hundred and taking five wickets in the same Test match against Sri Lanka at Lord’s.
Ben Stokes suffered a tear in his left hamstring playing for Northern Superchargers in the men’s Hundred three weeks ago.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, an eight-team tournament, will be played in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9.
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In this article, we will go through all the major cricketing news that took place in the world of cricket on Friday, August 23.
Sri Lanka are 182/5 in their second innings, leading England by just 60 runs with stumps on day three fast approaching in the first Test match.
England batter Ollie Pope will captain the side in Ben’s absence.