England are considering Sam Curran as a potential solution for their all-rounder role after Ben Stokes’ retirement. Multiple reports say Curran is open to stepping into the position and could be among the options available as England look to rebalance their team. One theme across outlets is Curran’s experience: he previously played Tests, winning 24 Test caps before his last appearance five years ago. However, the reports also note that Curran has been absent from Test cricket since England’s home series against India in August 2021. Since then, he has played exclusively in white-ball formats, meaning any move back into Test cricket would represent a change from his recent focus. The coverage frames his potential selection in terms of providing depth and balance in England’s XI, particularly if England are seeking a replacement profile for Stokes’ contributions as a multi-dimensional player. While the articles do not confirm a specific squad or Test assignment, they consistently present Curran as a candidate England could examine as part of their post-Stokes planning.