Ben Stokes retired the 3rd day of the fourth day of the crucial test at Old Trafford, moving away after having marked a gravelly 66 while England continued to accumulate on the pressure against India. The skipper of England called time on his sleeves late during the day, handing the stick to the young Jamie Smith.Stokes had played a compound blow, marking 66 of 116 deliveries, including six limits, at a typing rate of 56.90. While leaving the field, there were signs visible of discomfort – a slight soft moving away and climbing the steps towards the locker room. Although the exact nature of the question is not clear, the supporters hope that it is nothing more than a cramp.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel.Subscribe now!With England in a dominant position and enjoying a heavy lead in the first time, Stokes’ decision to retire seemed to be precaution. However, with the match still delicately ready in the context of the series, fans and team management will hope that the injury will not be serious.Above all, under the laws of cricket, Stokes is eligible to resume his sleeves later, if England forces him to fight again in their first sleeves. A similar scenario took place earlier in the test, when Rishabh Pant of India retired day 1 before returning to the batt the next day – winning a standing ovation from the crowd of Old Trafford.
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What do you think of Ben Stokes’ decision to retire?
England will now wait and watch over the physical form of their captain, with day 4 to bring more clarity. For the moment, the emphasis is placed on the fact that Jamie Smith and the rest of the lower order can stretch his head more, or if Stokes will be necessary again.
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Plot twist: Ben Stokes didnt have cramps, he just saw the indian spinners warming up for their next spell and decided ‘you know what, my leg suddenly hurts very badly’ 😂 Cant blame the man for having survival instincts!
This is such a blow for England! Stokes has been the backbone of their batting lineup this series. Really hope he recovers quickly becuz we need him in the 4th test. Without him, India will dominate even more easily than they already are.
Oh wonderful, so now cramps are considered a ‘strategic injury’? Next we’ll hear he needs to retire hurt because the indian food was too spicy. But sure, let’s all pretend this isn’t convenient timing when his team was clearly losing the match anyway.
Everyone saying he’ll be fine but nobody talking about how this shows poor fitness preparation from england camp!! You cant just come to indian conditions and expect your body to cope without proper acclimatization. This isnt just bad luck, its bad planning and management from the coaching staff if you ask me.
honestly ben stokes always doing this drama.. every match something or other happening with him. maybe he just cant handle the pressure and heat in india?? england should have better backup players who can actually finish the game
Yeah because nothing says ‘world class athlete’ like getting cramps in a professional match lmao.. maybe he should try drinking some water next time?? just a thought tho 🙄
Cramping at this level usually indicates dehydration or electrolyte imbalance. Given the high temperatures in India and the physical demands of Test cricket, its not uncommon. Stokes has a history of playing through pain, so medical team will likely focus on rehydration protocols and physiotherapy. His participation in 4th test depends on severity and recovery time, typically 3-5 days for mild cases.