'I think he's had enough' - Is it the right time for Stokes to step away?

BBC Sport Sunday 28 June 2026, 18:37 UTC 1 min read

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Former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook discuss the potential reasons why Ben Stokes has chosen to retire, following the conclusion of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

Stokes (PERSON) England (LOCATION) Michael Vaughan (PERSON) Alastair Cook (PERSON) Ben Stokes (PERSON) New Zealand (LOCATION) Trent Bridge (LOCATION)

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