Ben Stokes announces international retirement during ongoing Test against New Zealand

Ben Stokes, England's captain, announced his international retirement ahead of the penultimate day of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The decision follows recent tensions with the England and Wales Cricket Board and comes after Stokes missed the previous Test for disciplinary reasons. England’s governing body praised Stokes as one of the greatest cricketers for his performances in critical moments, during the 2019 World Cup and the Ashes series. Despite the announcement, Stokes took a wicket shortly after it became public, reflecting his enduring impact on the game. His retirement will be effective after the conclusion of this match.

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