Stephen Fleming respects Ben Stokes' retirement decision ahead of Ashes
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Stephen Fleming, England's new red-ball coach, discussed Ben Stokes' retirement from international cricket during a recent visit to Durham. Fleming noted that Stokes appears content with his decision after stepping down from Test captaincy this summer. Stokes has continued to play domestically, contributing to Durham's Division Two Championship win and signing with the Adelaide Strikers for the upcoming Big Bash League. Despite ongoing speculation about a potential return for the Ashes, Fleming emphasized that respecting Stokes' choice is paramount and voiced excitement about participating in the historic rivalry against Australia.
- •Fleming visited Durham and spoke positively about Stokes' current state.
- •Stokes retired after serving four years as England's Test captain.
- •He helped Durham win the Division Two title this summer.
- •Stokes will play for the Adelaide Strikers in the BBL this season.
- •Fleming is excited about the Ashes rivalry despite Stokes' retirement.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — 'Utmost respect': Stephen Fleming reveals if Ben Stokes will reverse retirement decision and return to England team
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — New England boss Stephen Fleming speculates on Ben Stokes retirement U-turn for Ashes
"England Test coach Stephen Fleming has ruled out asking Ben Stokes to reverse his international retirement ahead of the 2027 Ashes tour.
"Stokes retired in dramatic fashion earlier this summer after four rollercoaster years as Test captain
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 10:30 AM'Utmost respect': Stephen Fleming reveals if Ben Stokes will reverse retirement decision and return to England team
England Test coach Stephen Fleming has ruled out asking Ben Stokes to reverse his international retirement ahead of the 2027 Ashes tour.
- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 8:30 AMNew England boss Stephen Fleming speculates on Ben Stokes retirement U-turn for Ashes
Stokes retired in dramatic fashion earlier this summer after four rollercoaster years as Test captain
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