'I want to be a coach': Ben Stokes eyes England coaching role after retirement
Former England cricket captain Ben Stokes has expressed his ambition to transition into coaching after his playing career concludes. Stokes is currently pursuing his Level 3 coaching qualifications and has stated his desire to eventually lead the England national team.
Why it matters
As a high-profile athlete, Stokes's career transition plans are of significant interest to the global cricket community and sports management sectors.
Former England captain Ben Stokes has said he would like to coach the England team after retiring from the game. The former all-rounder said he is already working towards his coaching qualifications and wants to stay involved in cricket once his playing days are over.Stokes retired from international cricket in June during England's Test series against New Zealand. The 35-year-old had an outstanding career, playing a key role in England's 2019 ODI World Cup triumph and producing his unforgettable match-winning innings in the Ashes Test at Headingley later that year.After Stokes retired, Joe Root returned as England's Test captain, while former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming was appointed as the team's head coach.'I want to be a coach'Stokes said he has already started preparing for life after cricket by taking up a coaching course."I'm doing my Level 3 coaching now while I'm still playing, because I want, when the day…
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