England great calls time on international career
The all-round icon will retire after the ongoing third Test against New Zealand, bringing an end to a remarkable 15-year journey in England colours.
Ben Stokes, one of England's modern-day cricketing icons, has announced his retirement from international cricket, with the ongoing third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge set to be his final appearance.
The decision, shared with the England squad ahead of play on June 28, brings the curtain down on a glittering 15-year international career that began in 2011 and included four years as England's Test captain.
Few players have shaped England's fortunes across formats quite like Ben Stokes. A genuine match-winner with bat and ball, Stokes delivered some of the most unforgettable moments, none bigger than his unbeaten 84 in the 2019 ODI World Cup final that helped England lift their first-ever world title.
Later that same summer, his legendary 135* at Headingley inspired one of the greatest Ashes victories in history.
In 2022, following Joe Root's resignation as Test captain, Stokes took charge of the red-ball side and, alongside head coach Brendon McCullum, ushered in the fearless attacking philosophy that became known as "Bazball."
Under their leadership, England rediscovered its identity, recording memorable series victories over New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan and others while bringing fresh excitement to Test cricket.
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