ECB names stand-in captain, Ben Stokes ruled out for Sri Lanka Test series
Updated On: 14 August, 2024 11:35 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ben Stokes had returned to full fitness following knee surgery in November 2023, which had previously limited his role to batting only. Since his return, he resumed bowling duties, featuring in the series against India earlier this year and more recently against the West Indies. England recorded a 3-0 series sweep against the West Indies
Listen to this article :
Ben Stokes. Pic/AFP
England`s captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out for the remainder of the English summer. The veteran sustained a tear in his left hamstring during The Hundred. Stokes will also not be able to feature in the two-match series against Sri Lanka which will kick start on August 21.
In the absence of Ben Stokes, England has appointed Ollie Pope as their Test captain. So far, no replacement for Stokes has been named by the England Cricket Board (ECB).
Trending Stories
Latest Photos
Latest Videos
Latest Web Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
Mid-Day Fast
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT