England captain Ben Stokes announces he is retiring from international cricket after the ongoing Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Multiple reports say the decision is made public during day four of the match, shortly before or during a session when Stokes takes part in play, with the news being communicated to teammates ahead of the next day’s proceedings. England’s governing body, the ECB, confirms Stokes will complete his international career at the end of the current Test in the third match of the series.
Coverage notes the timing as striking because Stokes missed the second Test following an incident involving a London nightclub after the opening Test. The reports also outline Stokes’ international achievements, including major tournament success with England and his role as captain in Tests. Several outlets cite his overall England career figures, including his appearances across Tests, ODIs and T20Is, and acknowledge he ends his tenure as one of England’s leading players and captains.
ECB officials praise Stokes’ impact on the team and the wider sport, with references to his leadership, performances in key moments and influence on younger players. Stokes’ final international match is therefore set to conclude with the Trent Bridge Test.
