England captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket, a decision revealed during the fourth day of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
The 35-year-old all-rounder informed teammates in the dressing room on Sunday morning, with the news made public shortly afterwards while he was in the middle of a bowling spell. The timing stunned players and spectators alike.
Stokes leaves the international game as one of the most influential cricketers of his generation, having led England across formats and delivered defining performances in major matches. His all-round ability with bat and ball made him central to the team’s plans.
The announcement leaves England facing questions over the captaincy and squad balance heading into a busy schedule. Tributes from across the cricket world followed quickly as the significance of his departure registered.
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