Ben Stokes Retires as England Test Captain, Backs Harry Brook as Successor

Stokes created moments and the moments are no more

Ben Stokes was a cricketer of moments, and the moments are now no more, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Ben Stokes backs Harry Brook to take over as England captain

Brook was previously involved in a late night altercation with a bouncer the night before an ODI in Wellington last November.

By Rory Dollard

Bazball humbled at home: England could look beyond Brendon McCullum ahead of next Ashes series

With New Zealand winning the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy and Ben Stokes retired, the English Cricket Board should now be exploring options beyond Brendon McCullum

'Once-in-a-generation player': Latham, Root pay heartfelt tributes to Stokes

England's star all-rounder Ben Stokes has bid farewell to Test cricket, announcing his retirement after a memorable career. Despite a loss in his final match against New Zealand, Stokes received glowing tributes from opponents and teammates. New Zealand captain Tom Latham lauded him as a "once-in-a-generation player," while Joe Root reflected on their long-standing friendship and the void Stokes' absence will leave in the dressing room.

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Stokes backs Brook to succeed him as England captain