England considering Ben Stokes for white ball captaincy
2 weeks, 4 days ago

England considering Ben Stokes for white ball captaincy

The Hindu  

England's Test captain Ben Stokes is being considered as a potential replacement for Jos Buttler as the limited-overs skipper with ECB’s director of men’s cricket, Rob Key emphasising that it would be "stupid" not to explore the option, given his leadership qualities and the need to revive England’s struggling white-ball setup. "He's an unbelievably good tactician, which we've seen in Test cricket, but he's a leader of men. "We look at India and the way they play T20 cricket, and they've got all these young players coming through, but it's their Test players that are making the difference in 50-over cricket." England face India and Australia in crucial Test series this year, and would play ODI series against West Indies, South Africa, Ireland and New Zealand.

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'He's not going to IPL...': Ben Stokes being made England ODI captain slammed as 'move of desperation' by Stuart Broad
1 week, 4 days ago

'He's not going to IPL...': Ben Stokes being made England ODI captain slammed as 'move of desperation' by Stuart Broad

Hindustan Times  

England's poor performance in the Champions Trophy, and their horrifically poor show in the format going into the tournament, has led to speculation over whether they might choose to make Ben Stokes the ODI captain. Jos Buttler stepped down from the position after England's final match of the tournament but former pacer Stuart Broad has said that appointing Stokes as …

Ben Stokes to be England's new white ball captain?
Top News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ben Stokes to be England's new white ball captain?

Deccan Chronicle  

London: England's Test captain Ben Stokes is being considered as a potential replacement for Jos Buttler as the limited-overs skipper with ECB's director of men's cricket, Rob Key emphasising that it would be "stupid" not to explore the option, given his leadership qualities and the need to revive England's struggling white-ball setup. "He's an unbelievably good tactician, which we've seen …

Piling this on Ben Stokes' plate may seem insane. But here's why it can work, writes LAWRENCE BOOTH
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Piling this on Ben Stokes' plate may seem insane. But here's why it can work, writes LAWRENCE BOOTH

Daily Mail  

England could be set to turn to their Test captain to stop the white ball bleeding Rob Key's decision to sound out Ben Stokes about the vacant ODI captaincy may sound like a desperate measure at a desperate time. The decision to sound out Ben Stokes for England's ODI captaincy may sound desperate but there is method to the madness …

Ben Stokes among contenders for England ODI captaincy following Jos Buttler's departure
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Ben Stokes among contenders for England ODI captaincy following Jos Buttler's departure

India TV News  

Ben Stokes among contenders for England ODI captaincy following Jos Buttler's departure Ben Stokes hung his boots from ODI cricket in 2022, however, he made a return to the format to play in the ODI World Cup 2023. England's Test skipper, Ben Stokes, is one of the possible candidates for the ODI captaincy. England are on the hunt for a …

England considering Test skipper Ben Stokes for white-ball captaincy
2 weeks, 5 days ago

England considering Test skipper Ben Stokes for white-ball captaincy

The Hindu  

England cricket supremo Rob Key said on Thursday “it would be stupid” to rule Test captain Ben Stokes out of consideration for the role of skipper of the struggling white-ball team. Appointing Stokes as limited-overs captain would mean extending his “Bazball” alliance with Brendon McCullum, now the coach of England’s white-ball teams as well as being in charge of the …

Ben Stokes as England white-ball captain? Rob Key says 'nothing's off the table'
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ben Stokes as England white-ball captain? Rob Key says 'nothing's off the table'

India Today  

England managing director of men's cricket Rob Key has said that it would be stupid not to look at Ben Stokes as a candidate for being the new white-ball captain. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage "I believe that Test cricket and 50-over cricket are probably closer now, with T20 the outlier," said Key, as quoted by Sky Sports. 'England looking for …

Steve Smith, Rashid Khan to star in The Hundred, Ben Stokes pulls out
1 month ago

Steve Smith, Rashid Khan to star in The Hundred, Ben Stokes pulls out

India Today  

Australia’s star batter Steve Smith and Afghanistan’s premier all-rounder Rashid Khan were amongst the marquee signings on deadline day for the upcoming season of The Hundred. The men’s competition saw several other high-profile signings, with Marcus Stoinis heading to Trent Rockets and Kane Williamson joining London Spirit, adding both experience and stability to their respective sides. The Hundred’s women’s competition …

England Test captain Ben Stokes to miss Hundred as he manages fitness pre-Ashes
1 month ago

England Test captain Ben Stokes to miss Hundred as he manages fitness pre-Ashes

The Independent  

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Stokes to miss the Hundred 2025 to manage workload, Moeen Ali set to retire from English domestic cricket
1 month ago

Stokes to miss the Hundred 2025 to manage workload, Moeen Ali set to retire from English domestic cricket

India TV News  

Stokes to miss the Hundred 2025 to manage workload, Moeen Ali set to retire from English domestic cricket The 2025 edition of the Hundred will not have a few of the big England names including the Test captain Ben Stokes and T20 World Cup winners Alex Hales and Moeen Ali. England Test captain Ben Stokes, who is currently under rehab …

Bazball, Bethell and Brook – talking points as England tour India
2 months ago

Bazball, Bethell and Brook – talking points as England tour India

The Independent  

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England captain Ben Stokes calls himself 'bionic man' after hamstring surgery
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

England captain Ben Stokes calls himself 'bionic man' after hamstring surgery

India Today  

England Test captain Ben Stokes has humorously referred to himself as the "Bionic Man" following his latest surgery to repair a torn hamstring. Stokes suffered the injury to his left hamstring during England's final match of 2024 in New Zealand, necessitating surgery and a three-month recovery period. Despite suffering the injury, Stokes admitted that he won't be holding back and …

Ben Stokes makes England vow after devastating injury setback confirmed
3 months ago

Ben Stokes makes England vow after devastating injury setback confirmed

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes can’t play any form of cricket for 3 months, will miss England’s tour to India, CT 2025; here’s why
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3 months ago

Ben Stokes can’t play any form of cricket for 3 months, will miss England’s tour to India, CT 2025; here’s why

Live Mint  

Two days after the England and Wales Cricket Board excluded former skipper and all-rounder Ben Stokes from the upcoming India tour and the Champions Trophy 2025, new reports suggest Stokes has been ruled out of all cricket for at least three months. Ben Stokes's absence from the upcoming England tour to India and the Champions Trophy is a major setback, …

‘F*** some shit up’: Ben Stokes promises ‘more blood and sweat’ after getting pushed away from cricket for three months
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3 months ago

‘F*** some shit up’: Ben Stokes promises ‘more blood and sweat’ after getting pushed away from cricket for three months

Hindustan Times  

Ben Stokes is not done. An hour after the England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed that their Test skipper, Ben Stokes, was sidelined for "at least three months" with a reoccuring hamstring injury, the all-rounder came up with a powrful reaction on social media. England captain Ben Stokes grabs at his leg while bowling during play on day three of …

England Test captain Ben Stokes out for three months due to torn hamstring
3 months ago

England Test captain Ben Stokes out for three months due to torn hamstring

India Today  

England Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of all cricket for at least three months after suffering a recurrence of a torn left hamstring during the third Test against New Zealand last month. Despite a partial recovery, the injury resurfaced in the third Test of England’s 2-1 series victory over New Zealand. His heavy workload in New Zealand …

Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad
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3 months ago

Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad

Associated Press  

LONDON — England cricket star Ben Stokes has been left out of the squad for the Champions Trophy in February and March next year because of injury. Stokes, England’s test captain, has not played a one-day international since the 2023 World Cup but said he was open to returning to the white-ball set-up following Brendon McCullum’s appointment as head coach …

Joe Root set for ODI return as England Test captain Ben Stokes ruled out of 2025 ICC Champions Trophy
3 months ago

Joe Root set for ODI return as England Test captain Ben Stokes ruled out of 2025 ICC Champions Trophy

Firstpost  

Both Root and Stokes haven’t played the 50-over format since last year’s ODI World Cup in India, the latter having made a u-turn on his retirement from the format before the tournament. Reuters Senior batter Joe Root returned to the One-Day International format while Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out due to concerns over his fitness as England …

Joe Root back in England ODI squad after a year away but Ben Stokes misses out
3 months ago

Joe Root back in England ODI squad after a year away but Ben Stokes misses out

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes ruled out of India ODIs, Champions Trophy; Joe Root returns as England announce 15-member squad
3 months ago

Ben Stokes ruled out of India ODIs, Champions Trophy; Joe Root returns as England announce 15-member squad

Hindustan Times  

England's Test captain, Ben Stokes, has been ruled out of the 2024 Champions Trophy and the upcoming white-ball tour of India after suffering a left hamstring injury during the third Test against New Zealand in Hamilton earlier this month. Ben Stokes won't feature in the Champions Trophy Stokes was forced to sit out England's second innings during their crushing 423-run …

Ben Stokes ruled out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad
3 months ago

Ben Stokes ruled out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad

The Hindu  

England Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of next year’s Champions Trophy one-day international tournament in Pakistan and the preceding white-ball tour of India, team management announced Sunday. The India series and Champions Trophy will mark England’s first limited-overs tour and tournament under coach Brendon McCullum, previously just in charge of the Test side. Both the ODI squad …

Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad
Top News
3 months ago

Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad

Hindustan Times  

England Test captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of next year's Champions Trophy one-day international tournament in Pakistan and the preceding white-ball tour of India, team management announced Sunday. Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad The star all-rounder was not considered for either assignment after suffering a left hamstring injury during England's defeat …

England slump to 423-run defeat in final Test against New Zealand
3 months, 1 week ago

England slump to 423-run defeat in final Test against New Zealand

The Independent  

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NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load

The Hindu  

England captain Ben Stokes does not think the heavier bowling workload he undertook in the third test against New Zealand was a contributory factor to the hamstring injury he suffered during the match. “Every time you walk out onto a field as an athlete, you’re putting yourself at risk of getting injury,” the 33-year-old said in Hamilton after England’s loss …

Stokes sidelined with a hamstring injury as New Zealand beats England by 423 runs in the 3rd test
3 months, 1 week ago

Stokes sidelined with a hamstring injury as New Zealand beats England by 423 runs in the 3rd test

Associated Press  

HAMILTON, New Zealand — Captain Ben Stokes was unable to bat because of a hamstring injury on Tuesday as England slumped to a 423-run loss to New Zealand before tea on the fourth day on the third cricket test. New Zealand’s winning margin matched its largest test win by runs of a 423-run win over Sri Lanka in 2018 and …

England captain Ben Stokes 'not holding back' from bowling after latest injury
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3 months, 1 week ago

England captain Ben Stokes 'not holding back' from bowling after latest injury

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has claimed that he won't be cutting down on his bowling workload after his latest injury setback during the third Test against New Zealand. The setback occurred two deliveries into his 13th over during New Zealand’s second innings, leaving England without their captain for the remainder of the game. "There's no doubt I was incredibly frustrated …

England may look to manage Ben Stokes’ bowling after latest injury blow
3 months, 1 week ago

England may look to manage Ben Stokes’ bowling after latest injury blow

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes hit by fresh injury blow as England toil in third Test
3 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes hit by fresh injury blow as England toil in third Test

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Injury scare for Ben Stokes adds to England’s woes in third Test
3 months, 1 week ago

Injury scare for Ben Stokes adds to England’s woes in third Test

The Independent  

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NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win
3 months, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win

India Today  

New Zealand moved within striking distance of avoiding a series whitewash against England and securing a significant win in the third Test in Hamilton, ending Day 3 on December 16 in a commanding position. With England set an imposing target of 658 runs to chase and already reeling at 18/2, their problems were compounded further as skipper Ben Stokes suffered …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
3 months, 1 week ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

Dec 13 - England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence …

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep
3 months, 1 week ago

Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep

Hindustan Times  

- England captain Ben Stokes concedes that he has probably spoken too much about next year's Ashes and is keen that the tourists stay in the "here and now" as they look to sweep their test series against New Zealand in Hamilton this week. Cricket-Stokes wary of Ashes distractions as England aim for NZ sweep Charged with confidence after taking …

Ben Stokes eager to keep Ashes thoughts at bay as England prepare to end 2024
3 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes eager to keep Ashes thoughts at bay as England prepare to end 2024

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes credits England's dominant style of play for New Zealand series win
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes credits England's dominant style of play for New Zealand series win

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has praised his team's aggressive style of play after securing a commanding 323-run victory in Wellington, clinching their first Test series win in New Zealand in 16 years. "To play the more dominant cricket over the days we have played so far," Stokes said when asked how England ended their drought in New Zealand. Stokes highlighted …

Ben Stokes questions ICC on over-rate calculations after NZ vs ENG WTC fine
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes questions ICC on over-rate calculations after NZ vs ENG WTC fine

The Hindu  

England captain Ben Stokes has not signed an over rate sheet since the Ashes Test at Lord’s last year as he is waiting to have conversations with the ICC over his concerns around the over rate calculations. Stokes’ comments on the over rate came after both England and New Zealand were fined three points each from their World Test Championship …

Ben Stokes seeking answers from the ICC after latest over-rate sanctions
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes seeking answers from the ICC after latest over-rate sanctions

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes lashes out at ICC after England's WTC points docked
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes lashes out at ICC after England's WTC points docked

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes lashed out at the ICC after the team faced deductions in the World Test Championship points. Both New Zealand and England were fined 15% of their match fee and three points were docked in the World Test Championship standing. Ben Stokes' Insta story A points deduction has pushed the inaugural WTC champions down from joint fourth …

Ben Stokes waiting for conversations with ICC about over-rate circulations
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes waiting for conversations with ICC about over-rate circulations

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes has said that he wants to have conversations with the ICC about the over-rate circulations. Stokes also claimed that he has refrained from signing the over-rate sheet since the Lord's Ashes Test last year, as he awaits discussions with the ICC regarding his concerns about how over-rates are calculated. Stokes' stance on the issue resurfaced after …

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand

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Ben Stokes Hails THIS Debutant After England's Emphatic Win Vs New Zealand In 1st Test
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes Hails THIS Debutant After England's Emphatic Win Vs New Zealand In 1st Test

ABP News  

Ben Stokes Reaction On England Win: England have thrashed New Zealand in the 1st Test match by 8 wickets, and lead the three-match series 1-0, as the visitors were too good for the hosts in Christchurch. Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, skipper Ben Stokes reflected on his side's emphatic win, as England have strengthened their position in the World …

"Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test
3 months, 3 weeks ago

"Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test

Hindustan Times  

Christchurch, : Following the win over New Zealand in the Christchurch Test, England skipper Ben Stokes showered praise on his bowling attack and said that his bowlers were "relentless" throughout the game. "Our bowlers were relentless throughout": England skipper Stokes reflects on win over NZ in 1st Test Brydon Carse was named the 'Player of the Match' following his magnificent …

Stokes-McCullum need series win vs India or Australia: Cook speaks on Bazball
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Stokes-McCullum need series win vs India or Australia: Cook speaks on Bazball

India Today  

Former England captain Alastair Cook believes that Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum need a marquee Test series win against India or Australia to call the Bazball period successful. NZ vs ENG, 1st Test, Day 1: Highlights Cook said that he was not in complete agreement with the method that England play Test cricket with but agreed that Stokes and McCullum …

Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England

Hindustan Times  

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — England test captain Ben Stokes said he opted out of the bidding in the Indian Premier League to prioritize playing international cricket in what he described as the “back end” of his career. Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England Stokes sat out the lucrative IPL this year to …

Ben Stokes breaks silence on IPL 2025 mega auction absence, England captain says ’There’s no hiding..’
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes breaks silence on IPL 2025 mega auction absence, England captain says ’There’s no hiding..’

Live Mint  

England Test captain Ben Stokes admitted that he didn't register for the Indian Premier League auction, to prolong his career. In the IPL 2025 mega auction, which concluded on Monday, as many as 182 players found teams at a cost of cumulative ₹639.15 crore. Speaking ahead of the England's Test series against New Zealand, Stokes revealed he wanted to look …

Ben Stokes joins cricket world in marking 10th anniversary of Phil Hughes’ death
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes joins cricket world in marking 10th anniversary of Phil Hughes’ death

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes is likely to lead a string of key England players sitting out the 2025 Indian Premier League ahead of a huge year for his Test team. England players are facing tricky decisions over whether to enter the auction for next year’s tournament because of new regulations put in place by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, …

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes backs England’s batters after crushing series defeat to Pakistan

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes insists he has 'the best top-six players in England' despite being skittled for 112 on day three in Pakistan defeat in the lowest score of the Bazball era
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes insists he has 'the best top-six players in England' despite being skittled for 112 on day three in Pakistan defeat in the lowest score of the Bazball era

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes admitted England hadn’t been good enough to deny Pakistan a series-clinching victory in the third Test, but insisted his team still contained ‘the best top-six batsmen’ in the country. England captain Ben Stokes had few complaints about losing the test series to Pakistan 2-1 But Ollie Pope was one player who struggled against Pakistan and rarely looked set …

England must address their issues with mopping up the tail - lower order runs are costing them and Ben Stokes needs help from those around him, writes NASSER HUSSAIN
5 months ago

England must address their issues with mopping up the tail - lower order runs are costing them and Ben Stokes needs help from those around him, writes NASSER HUSSAIN

Daily Mail  

They have conceded more runs for last three wickets than any side under Stokes England reduced Pakistan to 177 for seven but then allowed them to reach 344 Mopping up the tail has become a problem for England and is something they must address. In fact, England have on average conceded more runs for the last three wickets than any …

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