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Cricket legend announces retirement!

English cricketer to end international career

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One of the world's greatest cricketers, England's Ben Stokes, has announced his retirement from international cricket.

Details: The 35-year-old Ben Stokes, a key figure in England's national cricket team, has decided to end his international career to focus on club-level cricket. Stokes has represented England in all three formats and is regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of English cricket.

The moment Ben Stokes confirmed he will retire from international cricket with England at the end of the current Test against New Zealand 🗣️💬 pic.twitter.com/apznRzmGY3
— Test Match Special (@bbctms) June 28, 2026

He made his debut for England in 2011, went on to win the World Cup with the team, became the top scorer in the final, and was named Player of the Match. Wisden magazine named Stokes the world's best cricketer in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

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