England Test captain Ben Stokes has announced that he will retire from international cricket, according to a statement from the England and Wales Cricket Board.
Stokes is set to end his England career after the conclusion of the ongoing third Test against New Zealand in Nottingham.
Final Match at Trent Bridge
The announcement came during the third and deciding Test of the series at Trent Bridge. Stokes received a standing ovation from the crowd as news of his decision spread.
He later drew more applause after dismissing New Zealand’s Zak Foulkes on the fourth day of the match.
A Major Figure in English Cricket
Stokes has been one of England’s most influential all-rounders, known for match-winning performances across formats and a bold approach as Test captain.
His retirement will leave England with a major leadership and balance question as selectors prepare for the next phase of the Test side.
End of an Era
The decision marks the close of a high-profile international career that included major individual performances, leadership moments and long periods at the centre of England’s red-ball plans.
