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Ben Stokes criticizes ECB for excluding Headingley from 2027 Ashes venues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:09 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Ben Stokes criticizes ECB for excluding Headingley from 2027 Ashes venues

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Ben Stokes has expressed frustration over the ECB's decision to omit Headingley from the men's Ashes 2027 venues. Stokes labeled the decision as 'shambolic', highlighting Headingley's popularity and England's strong performance at the venue. Former captain Michael Vaughan also criticized the exclusion, emphasizing its historic significance. The Ashes series will take place at five locations next summer, with Trent Bridge in Nottingham set as the northernmost venue. Stokes reflected on Headingley's role in his iconic 2019 performance that helped England keep the Ashes alive.

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•Stokes calls the exclusion of Headingley 'shambolic'.
•Next year's Ashes will feature venues including Trent Bridge and Lord's.
•Stokes recalls his memorable innings at Headingley during the 2019 Ashes.
•Michael Vaughan expresses discontent over Headingley's omission until 2029.
•Harry Brook shares disappointment about not playing at Headingley.

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10:09 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Stokes fumes at ‘shambolic’ decision to omit Headingley from Ashes venues

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Trent Bridge in Nottingham is the most northern venue at next year’s men’s Ashes series, despite Headingley’s popularity and England’s good record in Leeds
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