Ajinkya Rahane says Ben Stokes offered advice that influenced the way he approached his career. In remarks reported by NDTV, Rahane discusses how he maintained focus during tours and learned to avoid being distracted by online criticism and “trolls,” noting that social media scrutiny is different today than it was earlier in his career. Rahane also ties the guidance to his time playing together with Stokes in the IPL, saying they “played together,” which is presented as the context for Stokes’ input. The reports describe Rahane’s comments as part of a broader reflection on staying mentally steady amid pressure. Both versions of the story emphasize that Rahane attributes a “career” or “career-defining” shift to Stokes’ advice and frame it around focus on performance rather than online reactions. No additional specifics about the exact advice or outcomes are provided in the supplied text, and the coverage remains centered on Rahane’s personal account of the influence.