The Latest Breaking News from Ben Stokes

There’s no reason for England to despair but they must not take Bangladesh lightly

After a humbling defeat to New Zealand in their World Cup opener, England must improve in their next outing in India

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2023

England to field ‘smart’ as Dharamsala outfield is cleared for Bangladesh clash

The crucial World Cup game between England and Bangladesh will go ahead at the HPCA Stadium despite safety concerns over the heavily sanded outfield

The Guardian - UK · Oct 8, 2023

ODI World Cup | England will be pleased with cooler climes, but lot of travel and risk of injury to its bowlers a concern

Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, is a beautiful region at the foot of the Himalayas, recently hit by devastating floods. The World Cup has brought some relief, with the England team preparing for their second game against Bangladesh at the HPCA Stadium. Ben Stokes took throwdowns for 40 minutes before a light…

The Hindu · Oct 8, 2023

Eoin Morgan assesses England’s World Cup chances after ‘crushing defeat’ to New Zealand

Former skipper says he is more disappointed by England’s bowling than by its loss to New Zealand

The Independent UK · Oct 6, 2023

The vital lesson England must take from New Zealand World Cup humiliation

England had no answers to the New Zealand onslaught in heavy nine-wicket defeat

The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023

Cricket World Cup: Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway hit tons as New Zealand hammer England in opener

The Black Caps secured a dominant nine-wicket victory with almost 14 overs to spare in a repeat of the 2019 final

Evening Standard · Oct 5, 2023

England put to the sword by New Zealand in World Cup opener

Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra hit unbeaten centuries as the Black Caps made light work of chasing 283.

The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023

Joe Root leads England to 282 for nine in World Cup opener against New Zealand

England did not really settle until Root was joined by captain Jos Buttler in a fifth-wicket stand of 70.

The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023

Cricket World Cup 2023 | Conway, Ravindra’s tons leave England battered

New Zealand's Conway and Ravindra dazzle in 283 run chase, Root's 77 and Buttler's 43 not enough for England. Ravindra's 123 and Conway's 152 power New Zealand to nine-wicket win.

The Hindu · Oct 5, 2023

England vs New Zealand: Injured Ben Stokes misses Cricket World Cup opener

England batter Ben Stokes has been ruled out of Thursday’s Cricket World Cup opener New Zealand with a hip problem.

Evening Standard · Oct 5, 2023