Managing Director of England Men's Cricket Rob Key has lauded Ben Stokes ' decision to retire from ODI cricket, claiming it will "benefit England long-term".
Stokes was the hero of England's 2019 Cricket World Cup win, being named player of the match in the final, but the 31-year-old will not feature when they attempt to defend their crown next year in India.
He is set to play his final ODI against South Africa at his home ground of Chester-le-Street on Tuesday, having stated the current schedule means it is "unsustainable" for him to play all three formats for England.
