Ben Stokes retires from international cricket mid
England cricket captain Ben Stokes has announced his shock retirement from international cricket during the third test match against New Zealand. Despite the announcement, he continued to play, contributing with both bat and ball before his dismissal.
Why it matters
Stokes is a high-profile figure in international cricket, and his sudden mid-match retirement marks a significant transition for the England team.
England captain Ben Stokes fell for 30 in his last international innings after announcing his shock retirement from international cricket on Sunday in the middle of a test match.
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