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Will Macpherson

Ben Stokes believes he can ‘relate to anything’ as England captain after mental health break

Ben Stokes hopes that the break he took to prioritise his mental health last year will make him an approachable and relatable England captain, and revealed that he continues to receive regular support from a psychologist.

Stokes was confirmed as Test captain last week by new Managing Director Rob Key, and conducted his first media appearances on Tuesday at his home ground, Chester-le-Street.

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