Ben Stokes rules out 2027 Ashes return but ambition is ‘to coach England one day’
Former England cricket captain Ben Stokes has confirmed his retirement from international duty and ruled out a return for the 2027 Ashes series. He expressed a strong desire to transition into coaching, with the long-term ambition of managing the England national team.
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Ben Stokes was the centre of media attention during England’s third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge in June. Photograph: Andrew Boyers/Action Images/Reuters Ben Stokes was the centre of media attention during England’s third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge in June. Photograph: Andrew Boyers/Action Images/Reuters Ben Stokes Ben Stokes rules out 2027 Ashes return but ambition is ‘to coach England one day’ Captain also voices concern over Root’s return as captain
Stokes expresses surprise Brook was not made Test captain
Prefer the Guardian on Google Ben Stokes has trained his sights on becoming England head coach in the future and expressed concerns about Joe Root’s impending second stint as Test captain.
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