Andrew Strauss has criticised Ben Stokes for announcing his international retirement during England's final Test against New Zealand, calling it a significant distraction.
Stokes announced retirement during ongoing Test series
Jun 30, 2026
06:25 pm
What's the storyFormer England captain Andrew Strauss has criticized the timing of Ben Stokes's retirement from international cricket.
The all-rounder announced his decision to bow out on Day 4 of the third and final Test against New Zealand, a move that Strauss believes was a "distraction" for his team.
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