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Ben Stokes: England captain says retiring from international cricket is 'the best thing' for him

Ben Stokes is retiring from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The 35-year-old captain made the announcement during the afternoon session of day four. He stated that retiring is "the best thing" for him.

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Ben Stokes announced his retirement mid-match during the third Test against New Zealand.

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  1. England Captain Ben Stokes Announces International Retirement

    Ben Stokes is retiring from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The 35-year-old captain made the announcement during the afternoon session of day four. He stated that retiring is "the best thing" for him.

    What's confirmed:

    • Ben Stokes is retiring from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand.
    • The announcement occurred during the afternoon session on day four of the match.
    • Stokes is 35 years old.
    • Stokes described the decision to retire as "the best thing" for him.
    • The retirement takes place after a 15-year international career.
    • Stokes rejected suggestions that he might return for next year's Ashes, stating he is "done".

    Still unconfirmed:

    • England will struggle to replace Stokes as both captain and player in Tests.
    • The final Test is set to end in a series defeat for England.
    • Stuart Broad called Stokes a talisman of English cricket.
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