England star suffers injury scare ahead of Test series against Pakistan IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 7
England given injury worry as Emilio Gay retires hurt batting for Durham Gay appeared to suffer a shoulder problem while batting in the Metro Bank One Day Cup The Independent UK · Aug 7
Stokes decoded: his concerns for Joe Root and hopes for ‘great man’ Stephen Fleming What England’s former captain did – and didn’t – say in two-hour podcast interview with his old teammates Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler The Guardian - UK · Aug 4
'Where Is Everybody?': Over 86 Percent of Astrobiologists Agree That Alien Life Is Real Right Now A Durham University survey reveals 86% of astrobiologists believe alien life likely exists, despite no confirmed evidence. The study reframes the Fermi paradox, focusing on probability over belief. International Business Times UK · Jul 22
Ben Stokes hits match-winning hundred on Durham return Former England captain Stokes made his first appearance since his international retirement in the One Day Cup win over Derbyshire. The Independent UK · Jul 21
Milky Way flipped in collision with dwarf galaxy 10bn years ago, astronomers say Durham University researchers find cataclysmic direct hit with Gaia Sausage sent Milky Way into its current position The Guardian - UK · Jul 21
Ben Stokes poised to play first match since calling time on his England career IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 15
Ben Stokes set for cricket return with Durham after shock England retirement The 35-year-old announced his international retirement a little over two weeks ago The Independent UK · Jul 15
Ben Stokes admits he was ‘burnt out’ after quitting as England captain The 35-year-old called time on his career during the third Test. The Independent UK · Jun 28
England captain Ben Stokes retires from international cricket, leaves a legacy for the ages England's inspirational captain Ben Stokes is retiring from international cricket after a stellar career. Known for his fighting spirit and match-winning performances, Stokes led England to a historic World Cup triumph and spearheaded the "Bazball" revolution. His extraordinary all-round abilities and clutch performances on the biggest stages have cemented his… The Economic Times · Jun 28
Durham edge Northants in thriller, Glamorgan see off Surrey and more: county cricket – as it happened Durham tightened their grip at the top of Division Two on the last day of action before the County Championship takes a two-month hiatus The Guardian - UK · Jun 22
Ben Stokes returns as England captain after ECB concludes nightclub investigation Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have returned to England’s squad for the decisive third Test against New Zealand The Guardian - UK · Jun 21
Ben Stokes moves step closer to England return after withdrawal from Durham duty The captain was stood down from the second Rothesay Test against New Zealand pending the results of an disciplinary investigation The Independent UK · Jun 21
Josh Tongue says England missing Ben Stokes as they struggle against New Zealand Stokes has loomed large over the second Rothesay Test despite not being selected following his breach of team protocols. The Independent UK · Jun 20
The Guardian - UK · Jun 20 England are a mess in this Test: isn’t it about time the Brendon McCullum era ended? Head coach seems to have led a charmed life since finishing his playing career but England are currently shambolic off the field as well as on it
The Independent UK · Jun 19 Ben Stokes made to wait for first wicket on Durham return The England captain was in County Championship action after being stood down for the second Test against New Zealand.
The Independent UK · Jun 19 Ben Stokes denied early wicket on Durham return Absent England captain Stokes was applauded warmly by a sparse crowd at the Riverside.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 19 Ben Stokes builds up head of steam for Durham during England exile Absent from England’s second Test against New Zealand, Ben Stokes bowled fast for Durham but ended 15 overs without a wicket
The Independent UK · Jun 19 Ben Stokes reports for duty with Durham after England Test squad omission The 35-year-old is being investigated over a breach of team protocols following the first Test victory over New Zealand.
The Independent UK · Jun 18 Ben Stokes poised for swift England return in third Test against New Zealand Stokes was left out of the second Test against New Zealand after a curfew breach
The Independent UK · Jun 18 England still have leaders in the dressing room – Emilio Gay Joe Root is leading an inexperienced XI including three debutants in the second Test against New Zealand.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 18 Ben Stokes could be back soon as England captain as mood turns his way The England and Wales Cricket Board is hopeful that Ben Stokes will be able to make a quick return as England captain
The Independent UK · Jun 18 Ben Stokes in line to play for Durham after England axeing over curfew breach IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jun 18 Ben Stokes named in Durham squad after being dropped by England for second Test Stokes is in contention to feature in the County Championship amid an ongoing investigation
The Independent UK · Jun 16 Joe Root not ruling out extended run as England captain amid doubts over Ben Stokes’ future Joe Root will captain England this week after Ben Stokes was dropped from the Test squad