Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes

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Ben Stokes is a prominent English cricketer and captain of the England Test team, celebrated for his extraordinary all-round capabilities and match-winning performances. He gained international fame for his heroics in the 2019 Cricket World Cup final and has been a pivotal figure in England's cricketing success. Leading the Test side with a focus on aggressive play, Stokes has become a key player in England's white-ball setup, with high expectations placed on him during the 2023 Champions Trophy.

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Ben Stokes is facing significant obstacles in playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

بین اسٹوکس کے پی ایس ایل کھیلنے کی راہ میں بڑی رکاوٹ آگئی
Daily Jang·PakistanPakistan· 2026-09-26
5.0

Ben Stokes made recent comments comparing Harry Brook's talents to those of Kevin Pietersen.

Kevin Pietersen: Former England batter on Harry Brook and working with Test side before Ashes
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-25
7.0

Fleming respects Ben Stokes' decision to retire from international cricket.

Fleming targets a return to top | Sports
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2026-09-21
7.0

Fleming stated he won't try to persuade Ben Stokes to come out of retirement.

Stephen Fleming: New England coach arrives with desire to 'beat the Aussies'
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-20
6.0

Ben Stokes backed Brook to succeed him as Test skipper.

England vs Sri Lanka: Harry Brook compared to Kevin Pietersen after stunning knock
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-15
8.0

Ben Stokes' personality dominated the England team he led.

England cricket: Why summer of 2026 has left Joe Root's side with more questions than answers
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-12
5.0

Ben Stokes' famous 155 with nine sixes against Australia in the Ashes Test in 2023 is mentioned.

Razaullah: 'Razball' reigns as Pakistan thrive in chaos against England on day three at Edgbaston
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-12
5.0

His nine sixes tied Ben Stokes' record for the number of maximums in a Test innings in England.

England vs Pakistan: Razaullah hitting makes home side wait for third-Test win at Edgbaston
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-11
7.0

Ben Stokes is mentioned as a player who dismissed Labuschagne multiple times during the Ashes series.

Australian Test batter Marnus Labuschagne reflects on Ashes struggles and his plan to regain form
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-08-06
5.0

Ben Stokes expresses his desire to coach England in the future.

Ben Stokes says he would love to coach England in future
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-08-04
9.0

Ben Stokes retired from captaincy, marking a disappointing conclusion to the Bazball era.

Joe Root in 'very different place' over England Test cricket captaincy
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-08-01
5.0

Ben Stokes retired suddenly from international cricket after the New Zealand series.

England hires New Zealand’s Fleming as Test head coach
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-08-01
5.0

Andrew McDonald said Ben Stokes has 'a lot of good cricket left in him' and that England’s new Test coach should lure him out of international retirement for the Ashes.

SPORTS BRIEFS - Taipei Times
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-31
8.0

Fleming is looking forward to working with the players and bedding in the gains made by Ben Stokes.

Stephen Fleming: Former Black Caps captain confirmed as England men’s test coach, Joe Root returns as captain
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
7.0

Many of his contemporaries, such as Alastair Cook, Eoin Morgan, Andrew Flintoff, and most recently Ben Stokes, having already retired from international cricket.

Captaincy weighed him down, freedom set him free: The remarkable second act of Joe Root | Cricket News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-07-24
6.0

Ben Stokes is set to play for the first time since retiring from international cricket by appearing for Durham at Derbyshire on Tuesday.

Ben Stokes set to make return for Durham in One-Day Cup on Tuesday
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-15
7.0
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Brendon Mccullum
Brendon Mccullum

Ben Stokes announced his retirement during the series defeat by New Zealand.

Next England Test coach: Flower, Trott & Langer - contenders to replace Brendon McCullum
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-13
5.0

Ben Stokes was one of the players who survived alongside McCullum during the coaching changes.

How Brendon McCullum lost England cricket Test head coach role
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-12
5.0

Ben Stokes partnered with McCullum to revitalize the England Test team.

Brendon McCullum sacked as England Test head coach but will retain white-ball role
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-12
6.0

Ben Stokes's shock retirement came just two weeks before McCullum's sacking.

Bazball era officially ends as ECB seeks new leadership
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-07-12
5.0

Nayar mentioned Ben Stokes as a leader who was trusted to build his own team.

Shreyas Iyer: 'It will be harsh to say ... ': Ex-India batter on Shreyas Iyer's future as T20I captain | Cricket News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-07-12
7.0

Ben Stokes was left out of the squad for the next Test after breaching the curfew.

England cricket team placed on booze ban, midnight curfew
The Sydney Morning Herald·AustraliaAustralia· 2026-07-10
5.0

Ben Stokes ends a 14-year international career having brought local fans moments of unprecedented joy.

Black Caps v England: Stokes circus should not overshadow remarkable Black Caps series win at Trent Bridge
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-30
8.0

Ben Stokes confirmed that the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge would be the final international appearance of his illustrious 15-year career.

'Staying away from the middle will be hardest': Sachin Tendulkar's emotional message to Ben Stokes after retirement | Cricket News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-06-30
7.0
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Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar

Ben Stokes' storied England career ended in a series defeat by New Zealand.

England vs New Zealand: Ben Stokes' career ends with series defeat
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-29
5.0

Ben Stokes' retirement party was spoiled by New Zealand's victory in the test series.

Black Caps v England result: New Zealand spoil Ben Stokes’ retirement party to claim test series win
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-29
5.0

Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket, stating it was the 'best thing' for him.

Ben Stokes retires: England need more leadership change after captain's exit, says Michael Vaughan
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-29
7.0