Ben Stokes: News
Ben Stokes is widely known as the best all-rounder to wear the colors of Three Lions after the legendary Sir Ian Botham. A left-handed batsman and a right-handed medium pacer, Stokes is known for his explosive batting style and his knack to pick wickets at the right time. After debuting for Durham in first-class cricket in 2010, Stokes played his first international ODI match against Ireland in 2011. His Test debut was against Australia in the 2013-14 Ashes series. His performance in that series was the only salvaging stat for an English team that was whitewashed 5-0. In the 2015-16 Test series against South Africa, Stokes scored the second-fastest (and the fastest-ever for England) double-century in Test history. After being named in the 2017 Champions Trophy's Team of the Tournament, Stokes proved that he is a big-game player in the 2019 ICC World Cup, where he was named the Man of the Match in the final. Currently, the England team's vice-captain, Stokes was named the stand-in captain of England for the limited-overs series against Pakistan in 2021.
20 Jun 2023
The AshesAustralia register their highest successful Ashes chase since 1948: Stats
After five grueling days, Australia overcame England in the 1st Ashes 2023 Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
18 Jun 2023
The AshesAshes 2023: Ben Stokes dismisses Steve Smith for fourth time
The in-form Steve Smith could only manage 16 off 59 balls in Australia's first innings of the ongoing Ashes 2023 opener.
17 Jun 2023
Jonny BairstowAshes 2023: Decoding Jonny Bairstow's dream run in 'Bazball' era
The 'Bazball' has hit the Ashes as England continue to endorse their aggressive batting approach in the opening Test against Australia.
15 Jun 2023
The AshesBen Stokes vs Nathan Lyon in The Ashes: Key stats
Cricket's oldest and arguably the most celebrated rivalry, The Ashes, is back.
14 Jun 2023
The AshesAshes 2023: Can Australia stop the 'Bazball' show at Edgbaston?
England will be facing Australia in the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston, starting June 16.
13 Jun 2023
England Cricket TeamHave a look at the top five Ashes series
Cricket's biggest rivalry, The Ashes returns as England will host Australia for a five-match Test series, starting on June 16 in Birmingham.
10 Jun 2023
The AshesBen Stokes: Decoding his top 5 performances in The Ashes
One of the greatest rivalries in cricket, The Ashes, is all set to start from June 16.
10 Jun 2023
The AshesDecoding the unique records in Ashes history
Cricket fans must gear up as Australia and England are set to cross swords in the Ashes, the oldest rivalry in cricket's history.
09 Jun 2023
Ravindra JadejaWTC Final: Decoding Ravindra Jadeja's staggering batting stats since 2019
Ravindra Jadeja smoked a valiant 51-ball 48 in India's first innings in the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia.
09 Jun 2023
England Cricket TeamAshes 2023: Decoding England's home record versus Australia
England will have redemption in mind as they gear up to host Australia in the five-Test Ashes series, starting June 16.
04 Jun 2023
England Cricket TeamBen Stokes provides update on knee injury ahead of Ashes
Ben Stokes's fitness is among England's key concerns ahead of the high-voltage Ashes, starting June 16.
04 Jun 2023
England Cricket TeamDecoding stats of England openers in Stokes-McCullum era
The England Test team has been on a roll ever since Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum took over as the captain and the head coach.
04 Jun 2023
England Cricket TeamKey takeaways from England's one-off Test win ahead of Ashes
England humbled Ireland by 10 wickets in the one-off Test inside three days.
31 May 2023
England Cricket TeamEngland, Ireland set to clash in one-off Test at Lord's
England and Ireland will lock horns in a one-off Test, starting June 1 at the iconic Lord's ground.
29 May 2023
England Cricket TeamEngland vs Ireland, Only Test: Statistical preview
England are gearing up to host neighbors Ireland in a one-off Test, starting at the iconic Lord's on June 1.
16 May 2023
England Cricket TeamIPL 2023: Ben Stokes to head back after league stage
Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Ben Stokes has mostly been on the sidelines in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. His persistent injuries have hindered his chances to feature for CSK.
15 May 2023
International Cricket Council (ICC)ICC to abolish soft signal: All you need to know
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has abolished the highly controversial 'soft signal' rule from the playing conditions of international matches.
14 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023: Stokes, Chahar among CSK's many injury concerns
Chennai Super Kings have made a decent start to their 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign, having won and lost two games apiece.
09 Apr 2023
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)IPL 2023: CSK suffer Ben Stokes, Deepak Chahar blows
In a major blow for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Ben Stokes and Deepak Chahar will stay out of action for a while.
02 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, CSK vs LSG: Here is the statistical preview
Chennai Super Kings will look for their first win of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 when they will play at the Chepauk Stadium against Lucknow Super Giants on Monday (April 3).
02 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, CSK vs LSG: Dhoni's men search Chepauk's comforts
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 will return to Chepauk Stadium as Chennai Super Kings will host the Lucknow Super Giants in match number six on Monday.
30 Mar 2023
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)Here's why Chennai Super Kings can win IPL 2023
Four-time winners Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on reigning champions Gujarat Titans (GT) in the opener of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) on March 31 in Ahmedabad.
30 Mar 2023
Hardik PandyaIPL 2023, GT vs CSK: Decoding the key player battles
Defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) will host four-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) opener.
30 Mar 2023
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)GT to meet CSK in IPL 2023 opener: Statistical preview
Reigning champions Gujarat Titans (GT) will cross swords with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the opener of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday (March 31) in Ahmedabad.
28 Mar 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023: Decoding CSK's Probable XI versus Gujarat Titans
Chennai Super Kings are one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Led by MS Dhoni, the franchise has won four IPL titles in the past.
28 Mar 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023: Ben Stokes likely to start as specialist batter
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Ben Stokes will likely start his IPL 2023 campaign as a specialist batter.
27 Mar 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023: 5 all-rounders to watch out for
The 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will get underway on March 31.
26 Mar 2023
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)IPL 2023: Here is the statistical preview of CSK
Fans have their eyes on the calendar with the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) being just around the corner.
07 Mar 2023
Women's Premier League (WPL)#NewsBytesExplainer: Players can review no-ball, wides in IPL, WPL
In what can be called a major first, players will be allowed to review wide and no-ball decisions using the Decision Review System (DRS).
02 Mar 2023
Dawid MalanDawid Malan's century helps England beat Bangladesh in 1st ODI
Dawid Malan smashed his fourth ODI century as England beat Bangladesh by three wickets in the opener of the three-match series.
01 Mar 2023
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)Ben Stokes confirms participation in IPL 2023 despite knee issues
In what can be called a major relief for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Ben Stokes has confirmed his participation in the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
23 Feb 2023
England Cricket TeamEngland seek a seventh successive win in Tests: Key stats
The England cricket team under the leadership of coach Brendon McCullum and skipper Ben Stokes has been flying high.
23 Feb 2023
New Zealand Cricket TeamNZ vs ENG, 2nd Test: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI
New Zealand will fight for redemption as they take on England in the second and final Test of the series, starting February 24.
22 Feb 2023
Cricket NewsBen Stokes to miss later stages of IPL: Here's why
England all-rounder Ben Stokes will skip the later stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023.
20 Feb 2023
England Cricket TeamDecoding Bazball: England's staggering record in the McCullum-Stokes era
England have been a formidable force in Tests ever since Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes took over as the head coach and captain, respectively.
19 Feb 2023
England Cricket TeamDominant England decimate New Zealand in Day-Night Test
England thrashed hosts New Zealand by 267 runs in the opener of the two-match series, which happened to be a Day-Night affair.
18 Feb 2023
England Cricket TeamNZ vs ENG, D/N Test: Visitors inching toward thumping win
England are inching toward an emphatic win in the ongoing opening Test versus New Zealand, which happens to be a Day-Night game.
18 Feb 2023
Brendon McCullumBen Stokes goes past McCullum's tally of most Test sixes
England skipper Ben Stokes has scripted history by becoming the batter with the most sixes in Tests.
17 Feb 2023
Devon ConwayNZ vs ENG: Devon Conway clocks fifty in Day-Night Test
New Zealand opener Devon Conway scored a gritty fifty in the ongoing opening Test against England.
16 Feb 2023
England Cricket TeamEngland make a stunning declaration in Day-Night Test versus NZ
In what can be called a stunning decision, England declared their first innings at 325/9 (58.2 overs) in the ongoing opening Test versus New Zealand.
16 Feb 2023
Ben DuckettNZ vs ENG: Ben Duckett slams fifty in Day-Night Test
England opener Ben Duckett slammed a quick-fire half-century in the ongoing opening Test versus New Zealand.
15 Feb 2023
New Zealand Cricket TeamNZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI
New Zealand are gearing up to host England in the opener of the two-match Test series, starting February 16.
09 Feb 2023
New Zealand Cricket TeamNew Zealand vs England, Tests: Here is the statistical preview
New Zealand are gearing up to host England in a two-match Test series, starting February 16.
26 Jan 2023
International Cricket Council (ICC)Ben Stokes named ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year
Veteran England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been named the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year.
24 Jan 2023
International Cricket Council (ICC)Stokes leads ICC Men's Test Team of the Year 2022
The ICC's Men's Test Team of the Year 2022 has been revealed on Tuesday. England skipper and star all-rounder Ben Stokes leads the side.
31 Dec 2022
International Cricket Council (ICC)ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year 2022: Meet the nominees
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the nominees for ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year (2022).
31 Dec 2022
International Cricket Council (ICC)Stokes nominated for ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the Men's Test Cricketer of the Year (2022) nominees.
30 Dec 2022
Rishabh PantRishabh Pant only Indian in NewsBytes Test XI of 2022
Fans of Test cricket had a gala time in 2022 as several magnificent matches were played in whites.
25 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamEngland's Test dominance in 2022: Decoding the notable batting numbers
England scaled new heights in Test cricket in 2022.
23 Dec 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023 mini-auction: Here are the most expensive buys
We are done with the highly engrossing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 mini-auction.
23 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamIPL 2023: Ben Stokes becomes CSK's most expensive player ever
Ben Stokes has been sold to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for a whopping Rs. 16.25 crore in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 mini-auction.
21 Dec 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023 auction: All-rounders who can start a bidding war
All 10 franchises would be busy brainstorming as the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 mini-auction approaches.
14 Dec 2022
Mark WoodMark Wood delighted with his investment in Test cricket: Details
England speedster Mark Wood reckons his investment in Test cricket has paid off.
12 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamEngland register maiden Test win in Multan, clinch series: Stats
England beat Pakistan by 26 runs to register a clinical win in the second Test on Monday.
11 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamPakistan vs England, 2nd Test: Leach breaks crucial Imam-Shakeel stand
A century stand by Imam-ul-Haq and Saud Shakeel put Pakistan in the driving seat on Day 3 of the ongoing 2nd Test against England at the Multan Cricket Stadium.
11 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamBen Stokes equals McCullum's record of most Test sixes: Stats
England Test captain Ben Stokes has equaled a historic record of his head coach Brendon McCullum in Test cricket.
09 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamPakistan vs England, 2nd Test: Abrar's seven-fer headlines Day 1
An extraordinary seven-wicket haul by debutant Abrar Ahmed put Pakistan in the driving seat against England on Day 1 of the 2nd Test at the Multan Cricket Stadium.
08 Dec 2022
Pakistan Cricket TeamPakistan vs England, 2nd Test: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI
Pakistan are gearing up to host England in the second Test of the three-match series, starting December 9.
02 Dec 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023 Auction: List of players, base-price and purse remaining
A total of 991 players have registered for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 mini-auction, scheduled to take place later this month, as per ESPNcricinfo.
01 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamWill retired Ben Stokes return to ODI cricket? He answers
England all-rounder Ben Stokes retired from One-Day Internationals in July this year.
30 Nov 2022
England Cricket TeamPakistan vs England, 1st Test could be delayed: Here's why
The first Test between England and Pakistan could face a 24-hour delay.
29 Nov 2022
England Cricket TeamBen Stokes set to unlock this achievement in Tests: Stats
Pakistan and England will clash in a historic three-match Test series, starting December 1.
28 Nov 2022
England Cricket TeamPakistan vs England, Stokes to donate his fees: Here's why
Pakistan and England will clash in a historic three-match Test series, starting December 1.
13 Nov 2022
ICC T20 World CupEngland clinch their second T20 World Cup title: Key takeaways
England clinched their second ICC T20 World Cup title after beating Pakistan in the final.
13 Nov 2022
ICC T20 World CupT20 WC Final: Ben Stokes slams his maiden T20I fifty
The heroics of Ben Stokes powered England to their second ICC T20 World Cup title on Sunday.
13 Nov 2022
ICC T20 World CupEngland beat Pakistan, win their second T20 World Cup title
England beat Pakistan at the MCG to win their second ICC T20 World Cup title.
05 Nov 2022
England Cricket TeamBen Stokes completes 500 runs and 25 wickets in T20Is
Ben Stokes completed 500 runs in T20Is during England's last Super 12 stage game against Sri Lanka in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.
05 Nov 2022
ICC T20 World Cup2022 T20 World Cup: England reach semi-finals; Australia ousted
England prevailed against Sri Lanka by four wickets to book a semi-final berth in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup.
12 Sep 2022
England Cricket TeamDecoding Test stats of England under head coach Brendon McCullum
England's captain-coach combo of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum guided the hosts to a nine-wicket win in the third Test against South Africa.
11 Sep 2022
England Cricket TeamENG vs SA: Hosts 33 runs away from winning series
England were the better side on Day 4 of the third Test versus South Africa and are just 33 runs short of winning the match.
05 Sep 2022
International Cricket Council (ICC)ICC Player of the Month: Sikandar, Stokes get nominated
The ICC has announced the nominees for both men's and women's Player of the Month for August 2022.
27 Aug 2022
England Cricket TeamEngland thrash South Africa in 2nd Test: Key stats
England thrashed South Africa in the second Test to draw level in the three-match series.
26 Aug 2022
England Cricket TeamENG vs SA, 2nd Test: Stokes, Foakes hand hosts advantage
Centuries from Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes helped England secure an important lead over South Africa in the ongoing second Test.