Ben Stokes retires from international cricket amid tributes

Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket, marking the end of an influential career. His decision came during a match at Trent Bridge, sparking immediate reaction in the cricketing community. Stokes, who is credited for pivotal roles in England's victories including the 2019 World Cup and 2019 Ashes, transformed the team's competitiveness over the last decade. Former players have noted that English cricket will be 'far worse' and 'less interesting' without his presence on the field.