Ex-India captain comments on Ben Stokes' retirement from cricket
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Ben Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket, prompting reactions from former India captain Ajay Jadeja, who praised Stokes for making the 'right call' regarding his personal life. Jadeja highlighted Stokes' independence, emphasizing that no outside forces should dictate a player's actions. Sanjay Manjrekar expressed sadness over Stokes' departure, noting it marks the end of an era for cricket. Stokes had recently faced scrutiny after breaching team curfew, but an investigation cleared him and teammate Gus Atkinson of any misconduct. His retirement concludes a career marked by pivotal performances in major tournaments.
- •Ben Stokes announces retirement after a decorated career in cricket.
- •Ajay Jadeja supports Stokes' decision, praising his personal principles.
- •Sanjay Manjrekar describes retirement as the end of an era.
- •Stokes faced scrutiny after breaching team curfew but was later cleared.
- •His retirement follows significant contributions in major tournaments.
- 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — 'I'm very happy': Ex-India captain reacts to Ben Stokes' shock retirement
"Former India captain Ajay Jadeja lauded Ben Stokes' retirement, calling it the "right call" and a testament to his refusal to be dictated by external forces. Jadeja admired Stokes' principled stand, suggesting the all-rounder wouldn't tolerate administrators controlling his personal life. Meanwhile, Sanjay Manjrekar expressed sadness, calling Stokes' departure an "end of an era" and highlighting his match-winning prowess on the big stage.
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