Ben Stokes gives two-word response to question about potential retirement U-turn

29 Jun 2026 • 11:53 PM MYT
The Independent
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Ben Stokes gives two-word response to question about potential retirement U-turn

  • Ben Stokes has definitively ruled out reversing his retirement for next year's Ashes series, stating “I’m done" with international cricket.
  • His decision to retire came after England's defeat to New Zealand at Trent Bridge, marking the end of his international career.
  • Stokes, 35, captained England for four years, scoring 14 hundreds and taking over 250 wickets in 122 Tests.
  • Despite speculation from former captain Michael Vaughan about a potential return, Stokes expressed contentment with his decision, calling it "the best thing for me."
  • His retirement, coupled with England's seventh defeat in their last nine Tests, places renewed scrutiny on head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key, though McCullum affirmed his commitment to the role and finding a new captain.

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