Stokes is currently taking an indefinite leave of absence from cricket for his mental wellbeing and to recover from a finger injury
Ben Stokes. Pic/AFP
Ben Stokes was left out of England’s provisional squad announced on Thursday for next month’s T20 World Cup in Oman and the United Arab Emirates.
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Stokes is currently taking an indefinite leave of absence from cricket for his mental wellbeing and to recover from a finger injury.
“Stokes was not available for selection and continues to take an indefinite break from all cricket to prioritise his mental wellbeing,” said an England and Wales Cricket Board statement.
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