England captain Ben Stokes shocked cricket fans by announcing his international retirement during Day 4 of the deciding Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
Stokes announced his retirement during the third NZ Test
Jun 29, 2026
12:05 pm
What's the storyEngland's Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket.
The shocking news came during Day 4 of the ongoing third and final Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
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England captain Ben Stokes will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand, the team has said.
England captain Ben Stokes will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand, ending his 15-year…
Ben Stokes will retire from international cricket after the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
Stokes told his team-mates in the dressing room at Trent Bridge before the start of play.
Stokes will end his England career at the conclusion of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
