Ben Stokes receives guard of honour during second innings against New Zealand
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Ben Stokes opened the batting for England in their second innings against New Zealand at Trent Bridge on June 28, 2026. He was given a guard of honour by teammates and a standing ovation from the crowd, marking the occasion of his imminent retirement after the third Test. Stokes' retirement announcement has brought significant attention to this match. The contest continues as England battles against New Zealand for the Test series.
- •Stokes received a guard of honour from teammates
- •England faces New Zealand at Trent Bridge
- •Stokes' retirement to be effective after third Test
- •Match ongoing as England continues their innings
- 4:35 PMBBC Sport — 'This is remarkable' - Stokes gets guard of honour as he opens batting
"Watch the moment Ben Stokes opens the batting for England in their second innings against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, with the captain given a guard of honour and a standing ovation, following the news of his imminent retirement once the third Test is over.
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