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Ben Stokes rules out 2027 Ashes return, aspires to coach England

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 8:12 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Ben Stokes rules out 2027 Ashes return, aspires to coach England

Summary

Ben Stokes has confirmed he will not return for the 2027 Ashes, following his retirement from Test cricket in June. In an interview on the Love of Cricket podcast, the former England captain expressed his intention to remain involved in the sport and pursue coaching. Stokes is currently working on his level three coaching qualification while still an active player. He indicated that he would love to coach England one day and was surprised that Harry Brook was not offered a coaching position.

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•Stokes retired from Test cricket in June 2026.
•He will not participate in the 2027 Ashes series.
•He is pursuing his level three coaching qualification.
•Stokes expressed surprise at Harry Brook not being given a coaching role.

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8:12 AMThe Guardian Sport — Ben Stokes rules out 2027 Ashes return but ambition is ‘to coach England one day’

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Player has spoken for first time since he quit Test cricket Former captain expresses surprise Brook not given post Ben Stokes has rejected suggestions he could reverse his recent England retirement and return for the 2027 Ashes. The former national team captain says he wants to stay in the game and “would love to be coach of England one day”. Speaking for the first time since his shock decision in June to quit Test cricket, the 35-year-old told the Love of Cricket podcast: “I’m doing my level three coaching now while I’m still playing because I want when the day comes that I’m not playing anymore. Continue reading...
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