Ben Stokes to miss India series, takes an ‘indefinite break from all cricket’

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Ben Stokes will focus on his mental wellbeing and continue his recovery from injury © BCCI

Ben Stokes has pulled out of England’s Test series against India and will take “an indefinite break from all cricket” to focus on his mental wellbeing and continue his recovery from a finger injury.

Ashley Giles, England’s director of men’s cricket, said Stokes had “shown tremendous courage to open up about his feelings and wellbeing.”

Stokes has been replaced in the squad for the Test series, which starts on August 4 at Trent Bridge, by Craig Overton.

More to follow

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