Great Australia captain’s notes on leadership have stood the test of time — and there is plenty that reminds me of Ben Stokes in there, despite dismal Ashes
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Great Australia captain’s notes on leadership have stood the test of time — and there is plenty that reminds me of Ben Stokes in there, despite dismal Ashes
Mike Atherton, Chief Cricket Correspondent
Wednesday May 27 2026, 1.30pm BST, The Times
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