England spin-bowling coach lauds ‘Freak’ Stokes after wicket on first ball in eight months
9 months, 2 weeks ago

England spin-bowling coach lauds ‘Freak’ Stokes after wicket on first ball in eight months

The Hindu  

Ben Stokes claimed a wicket with his first competitive ball for eight months as he rattled India captain Rohit Sharma’s stumps with a delivery that seamed off the pitch. As the cricket fraternity and the fans lauded Stokes’ effort, England’s spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel called him a ‘freak’. “We all know how we can round our attack out, especially in conditions like these where you have usually got two spinners, two seamers and then you want your third in Stokesy.” Stokes needs two more scalps to enter the 200-Test wicket club, and the five overs that he bowled on Friday afternoon, he looked at ease. “It was nice to see him back at the crease but we have just got to be careful that we don’t push him too far, it’s still early days for him,” said Patel, adding that the England captain will rest up, put some ice on his knee and get ready for action on the third day.

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Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad
1 day, 12 hours 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 …

Stokes out of Champions Trophy as Root returns to England ODI squad
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1 day, 15 hours 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 …

NZ vs ENG: England captain Stokes not blaming injury on extra bowling load
Top News
6 days, 19 hours 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
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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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 …

Stokes not blaming injury on workload as New Zealand thump England
1 week ago

Stokes not blaming injury on workload as New Zealand thump England

Al Jazeera  

New Zealand claim consolation 423-run victory in third and final Test as injured England captain Ben Stokes watched on. It’s just Sod’s law that the first time in a while I feel like I’m young again, something happens.” Stokes bowled 24 overs in New Zealand’s first innings and was two balls into his 13th over of the second when he …

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes injury plagues England as New Zealand sniff consolation win
1 week, 1 day 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 …

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes faces fresh injury concern after limping off the field
1 week, 1 day ago

NZ vs ENG: Ben Stokes faces fresh injury concern after limping off the field

India Today  

England Test skipper Ben Stokes faced a fresh injury scare after he limped off the field clutching his left hamstring on Day 3 of the third Test against New Zealand. NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test Day 3: Live Updates Tough news to take ðŸ˜é Wishing you all the best in your recovery, Ben âä️ pic.twitter.com/2vAbmWaIuT — England Cricket December 16, …

Ben Stokes praises England’s ‘unbelievable bravery’ in victory against New Zealand
2 weeks, 1 day 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
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Vaughan exposes major Jasprit Bumrah flaw, sends England 'simple swap' message for 2025 series: 'Have Stokes at No.3...'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Vaughan exposes major Jasprit Bumrah flaw, sends England 'simple swap' message for 2025 series: 'Have Stokes at No.3...'

Hindustan Times  

England will be travelling to India next year, and both sides will be battling it out in a five-match T20I series, three ODIs and five Tests. Ahead of England's tour, former cricketer Michael Vaughan feels that the visitors could modify their batting order to deal with Jasprit Bumrah's threat against right-handers. Top 15 buys at IPL 2025 Auction Share Via …

Ben Stokes provides injury update ahead of second Test against New Zealand
3 weeks, 1 day ago

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

The Independent  

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

Cricket-England win toss, choose to bowl in first NZ test
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Cricket-England win toss, choose to bowl in first NZ test

Hindustan Times  

Nov 28 - England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and elected to bowl first in the opening match of a three-test series against New Zealand at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Thursday. Cricket-England win toss, choose to bowl in first NZ test His decision was unsurprising given the tinge of green on the wicket on a warm and sunny day …

Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England
3 weeks, 5 days 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 likely to sit out the IPL to prioritise England’s Test team
1 month, 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
1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Pakistan Spinners Khan and Ali Silence England's Top Order in Thrilling Test
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan Spinners Khan and Ali Silence England's Top Order in Thrilling Test

Associated Press  

Pakistan spinners Khan and Ali suppress England's top order in the third and final test. Off-spinner Khan took 3-55 and left-arm spinner Ali grabbed 2-53 bowled unchanged in the first session to trouble the batters on a variable bouncy wicket which was dried with the help of industrial-sized fans and outdoor heaters to counter England's 'Bazball' aggressive batting. England lost …

England captain Ben Stokes falls to defeat against Brendon McCullum in six-hitting contest ahead of third Test with Pakistan... before jokingly reminding the coach he's previously taken his wicket
2 months ago

England captain Ben Stokes falls to defeat against Brendon McCullum in six-hitting contest ahead of third Test with Pakistan... before jokingly reminding the coach he's previously taken his wicket

Daily Mail  

England captain Ben Stokes responded to defeat by coach Brendon McCullum in a special six-hitting contest by reminding him that he was still top of the Test sixes list – and had also taken his wicket. Rehan Ahmed won the team’s overall competition, beating Harry Brook in the final as England enjoyed themselves in their last training session of the …

Spin Battle: Pakistan Holds the Edge as England Aims for a Crucial Win
Top News
2 months ago

Spin Battle: Pakistan Holds the Edge as England Aims for a Crucial Win

The Hindu  

Pakistan retains its spin-heavy team for the final Test against England. Both sides anticipate a dry wicket that will favor the slow bowlers. Left-arm spinner Noman Ali and off-spinner Sajid Khan claimed all 20 England wickets in the second test, while leg-spinner Zahid Mahmood bowled six wicketless overs in England's first innings. The wicket has encouraged England to recall Rehan …

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan
2 months ago

England deploy four spinners and one specialist fast bowler for third Test against Pakistan

The Telegraph  

One look at the Rawalpindi square indicates the rationale behind England’s selection of three spinners and only one specialist seamer. Pakistan played a leg-spinner last week, who bowled three or four overs, but you’d rather have it and not need it than need it if not have it.” Analysis: Rehan recall a huge gamble with series on the line This …

Ben Stokes reveals making apology to England teammates: ‘I’ve very annoyed with myself’
2 months ago

Ben Stokes reveals making apology to England teammates: ‘I’ve very annoyed with myself’

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes will MISS England's first Test against Pakistan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury - as Ollie Pope steps up as stand-in captain in his absence
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes will MISS England's first Test against Pakistan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury - as Ollie Pope steps up as stand-in captain in his absence

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes has been ruled out of Monday’s first Test against Pakistan because of his hamstring tear – and said he was doing everything in his power to recover in time for the second game, starting on October 15. There is also a return for spinner Jack Leach, who has not played for England since the first Test against India …

Ben Stokes could MISS England's first Test against Pakistan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury - with Ollie Pope expected to resume as stand-in captain in his absence
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes could MISS England's first Test against Pakistan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury - with Ollie Pope expected to resume as stand-in captain in his absence

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes’s return to Test cricket may be delayed after it emerged he could miss Monday’s series opener against Pakistan in Multan. Ben Stokes is awaiting news on whether he will be fit in time for England's first Test against Pakistan on Monday The England captain trained alongside his team-mates as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury With …

Ben Stokes ‘remains on track’ to captain England in Pakistan Test series
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Ben Stokes ‘remains on track’ to captain England in Pakistan Test series

The Independent  

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Ben Stokes open to extending his white-ball career with England following McCullum appointment
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Ben Stokes open to extending his white-ball career with England following McCullum appointment

Associated Press  

CHESTER-LE-STREET, England — Ben Stokes’ white-ball career might not be over just yet. “If I get the call saying, ‘Do you want to come and play?’ — it’s definitely going to be a ‘yes,’” Stokes, England’s test captain, said in an interview with British broadcaster Sky Sports. England has launched a reboot of its white-ball teams to bring through the …

Ben Stokes WON'T bowl at the start of England's Test series against Pakistan after revealing the extent of the hamstring injury that kept him out of Sri Lanka series
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Ben Stokes WON'T bowl at the start of England's Test series against Pakistan after revealing the extent of the hamstring injury that kept him out of Sri Lanka series

Daily Mail  

He said he is working to ensure he doesn't do any extra damage in his recovery Ben Stokes will not bowl at the start of next month's Test tour of Pakistan after revealing his recent hamstring injury also included damage to his tendon. Ben Stokes won't bowl for England at the start of their Test tour of Pakistan this winter …

Ben Stokes ruled out for rest of summer after hamstring injury
4 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes ruled out for rest of summer after hamstring injury

The Independent  

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England captain Ben Stokes to miss three-match Test series against Sri Lanka due to hamstring injury; Ollie Pope to lead
4 months, 1 week ago

England captain Ben Stokes to miss three-match Test series against Sri Lanka due to hamstring injury; Ollie Pope to lead

Firstpost  

Ben Stokes suffered a hamstring injury during a match of The Hundred for Northern Superchargers over the weekend. Stokes will now miss the upcoming three-match Test series against Sri Lanka. England Test captain Ben Stokes will miss the upcoming three-match Test series against Sri Lanka after he teared his left hamstring during a match of The Hundred last weekend. “As …

Ben Stokes is ruled OUT of England's Test series against Sri Lanka as scans reveal hamstring tear - with captain now targeting October return for Pakistan tour
4 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes is ruled OUT of England's Test series against Sri Lanka as scans reveal hamstring tear - with captain now targeting October return for Pakistan tour

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes has been ruled out of the remainder of England’s international summer after scans confirmed a tear in his left hamstring. Stokes, 33, is now targeting a return to fitness for October’s tour of Pakistan, as he hands the team over to deputy Ollie Pope for three Tests versus Sri Lanka starting next week in Manchester. 'As a result …

England captain Ben Stokes helped off field with possible hamstring injury ahead of Sri Lanka series
4 months, 1 week ago

England captain Ben Stokes helped off field with possible hamstring injury ahead of Sri Lanka series

New Indian Express  

MANCHESTER: England captain Ben Stokes had to be helped off the field after suffering an injury while playing for Northern Superchargers in The Hundred domestic cricket competition on Sunday, raising concerns he could miss the upcoming test series against Sri Lanka. Stokes, who had bowled 15 overs in the match, retired hurt on two runs with England teammate Harry Brook …

England captain Ben Stokes a major doubt for Sri Lanka Test series after suffering a serious-looking hamstring injury playing in the Hundred
4 months, 1 week ago

England captain Ben Stokes a major doubt for Sri Lanka Test series after suffering a serious-looking hamstring injury playing in the Hundred

Daily Mail  

Ben Stokes looks set to miss England’s first Test against Sri Lanka later this month, and potentially the entire series, after suffering what appeared to be a serious hamstring injury playing in the Hundred on Sunday night. Ben Stokes looks set to miss England’s first Test against Sri Lanka later this month Stokes pulled up while batting for Northern Superchargers …

WATCH | Ben Stokes' Lookalike Make Waves On Social Media After Featuring During England Vs West Indies 2nd Test
5 months ago

WATCH | Ben Stokes' Lookalike Make Waves On Social Media After Featuring During England Vs West Indies 2nd Test

ABP News  

England Vs West Indies 2nd Test: Sir Benjamin Stokes is a living legend of cricket and is truly amongst the finest all-rounders the game has ever seen. One such moment was encountered by the England Test captain, as his 'lookalike' featured during England Vs West Indies 2nd Test match at Trent Bridge, and their interaction on live camera was filled …

Ben Stokes refuses to explain his decision to end Jimmy Anderson's Test career for fear of being accused of 'ageism' as he persists with 35-year-old Chris Woakes despite Lord's struggle
5 months ago

Ben Stokes refuses to explain his decision to end Jimmy Anderson's Test career for fear of being accused of 'ageism' as he persists with 35-year-old Chris Woakes despite Lord's struggle

Daily Mail  

England embark on life after Jimmy Anderson on Thursday, with skipper Ben Stokes reluctant to explain the decision to usher him into retirement for fear of sounding 'ageist'. The second Test against West Indies at Trent Bridge will instead provide Chris Woakes with the chance to lead the attack on his 50th appearance, and confirm the selectors were right to …

Ben Stokes enters Test all-rounder royalty, joins Garry Sobers, Jacques Kallis in exclusive club
5 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes enters Test all-rounder royalty, joins Garry Sobers, Jacques Kallis in exclusive club

Hindustan Times  

England Test captain Ben Stokes is back to bowling full tilt and picked two wickets for 25 runs in the 10 overs that he bowled on Day 2 of the first Test between England and the West Indies. Ben Stokes took two wickets on Day 2 The wicket of McKenzie was Stokes' 200th in Test cricket and that helped him …

Watch: Gudakesh Motie leaves Ben Stokes stunned with magical delivery
5 months, 1 week ago

Watch: Gudakesh Motie leaves Ben Stokes stunned with magical delivery

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes was left stunned by West Indies spinner Gudakesh Motie on Day 2 of the first Test at Lord’s. After being outdone by the West Indies spinner, Stokes could barely believe what had just happened being left absolutely awestruck and expressed his amazement having his mouth wide open. England extend lead beyond 200 Meanwhile, Stokes was felicitated …

Ben Stokes belatedly gets presented with special cap for completing 100 Tests
5 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes belatedly gets presented with special cap for completing 100 Tests

India Today  

England captain Ben Stokes was presented a special silver cap by the England and Wales Cricket Board for completing 100 Tests ahead of the play on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test against West Indies. Three games later, Stokes has been finally felicitated by the ECB for his achievement as he got presented a special silver cap. 100 Tests …

Ben Stokes: It’s tough to see the backlash against England’s footballers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes: It’s tough to see the backlash against England’s footballers

The Independent  

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Rohit Sharma to stick with horses for courses approach as ICC Men's T20 World Cup moves to business end
6 months ago

Rohit Sharma to stick with horses for courses approach as ICC Men's T20 World Cup moves to business end

India TV News  

Team India kick-started their Super Eight campaign with a convincing 47-run win over Afghanistan at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados on Thursday and tinkered with their playing XI for the first time in the ongoing tournament. The Men in Blue swapped Kuldeep Yadav with Mohammed Siraj - a move that Rohit Sharma said was made while keeping the pitch …

Ben Stokes rips Somerset's batting order to shreds in Durham's massive win in County Championship | WATCH
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Ben Stokes rips Somerset's batting order to shreds in Durham's massive win in County Championship | WATCH

India TV News  

England's red-ball captain Ben Stokes seems to have hit his straps as a bowler as he helped Durham make light work of Somerset in the 31st match of the ongoing County Championship Divison One at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street on Saturday, May 25. Significantly, he looked at ease and in full rhythm during his run-up and delivery stride which …

Ben Stokes in wickets again but batting still proving a problem
7 months ago

Ben Stokes in wickets again but batting still proving a problem

The Telegraph  

England captain Ben Stokes’s second match for Durham this season is following a similar pattern to the first, as he thrived with the ball but struggled with the bat. This is the second of four matches Stokes will play for Durham before the Test summer begins on July 10 and if he and the England management could chose one discipline …

England Test captain Ben Stokes set to make first Durham appearance in two years
7 months, 1 week ago

England Test captain Ben Stokes set to make first Durham appearance in two years

The Independent  

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Stokes rules himself out of England’s defense of T20 World Cup title
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Stokes rules himself out of England’s defense of T20 World Cup title

Associated Press  

LONDON — Ben Stokes ruled himself out of England’s defense of the Twenty20 World Cup title in June. He delayed knee surgery to come out of one-day international retirement and help England in the Cricket World Cup last October in India. “I’m working hard and focusing on building my bowling fitness back up to fulfil a full role as an …

Ben Stokes pulls out of T20 World Cup to focus on fitness
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Ben Stokes pulls out of T20 World Cup to focus on fitness

The Hindu  

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has pulled out of the T20 World Cup in June and July. Commenting on his decision, Stokes said: “I’m working hard and focusing on building my bowling fitness back up to fulfil a full role as an all-rounder in all formats of cricket. “The recent Test tour of India highlighted how far behind I was from …

Ben Stokes bullish about England’s future despite abject defeat: ‘Write us off at your own peril’
9 months, 1 week ago

Ben Stokes bullish about England’s future despite abject defeat: ‘Write us off at your own peril’

The Independent  

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Michael Vaughan turns up heat on Ben Stokes' Bazballing England with 'team made up of cheerleaders' jibe
9 months, 1 week ago

Michael Vaughan turns up heat on Ben Stokes' Bazballing England with 'team made up of cheerleaders' jibe

Hindustan Times  

Leaving Ben Stokes' England grapple with doubts about their Bazball approach of playing the longest format, Rohit Sharma's Team India became the number one ranked side in the newly-released ICC Test Team Rankings on Sunday. Michael Vaughan wants Ben Stokes and Co. to have a dose of honesty Rohit and Co. thrashed England 4-1 in the five-match series at home …

Ben Stokes 'man enough' to accept defeat in India Tests: England have been outplayed
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ben Stokes 'man enough' to accept defeat in India Tests: England have been outplayed

India Today  

Ben Stokes admitted that England have been ‘outplayed’ by India in the recently-concluded 5-match Test series. England started the series after winning the Hyderabad Test by 28 runs, but since then, Stokes’ men lost 4 Tests in a row in Vizag, Rajkot, Ranchi and Dharamsala to concede the series 1-4. ‘Anderson is as fit as I've ever seen him’ England …

India remain in charge against England despite first-ball magic from Ben Stokes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India remain in charge against England despite first-ball magic from Ben Stokes

The Independent  

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Fifth Test, day two: Stokes' 'Botham moment' cannot mask England failings as India turn screw
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Fifth Test, day two: Stokes' 'Botham moment' cannot mask England failings as India turn screw

The Telegraph  

Ben Stokes provided an Ian Botham moment of scene-stealing drama to announce his return as an all-rounder but even that could not disguise a day of methodical screw-turning by India. Stokes’s wicket with his first ball for 251 days was an important moment for England’s future but this Test belongs to India, who are 473 for eight, 255 runs ahead …

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