Stokes questions Brook's captaincy snub as he eyes coaching future
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 11:59 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Ben Stokes has expressed his surprise at England's decision to overlook Harry Brook as his successor for the Test captaincy, following his retirement from international cricket last month. Stokes, who reigned as skipper for four years, noted that Brook's leadership abilities warranted consideration, especially given his role as vice-captain. Despite Brook leading in white-ball formats, Rob Key stated it was 'too soon' for him to take the top role. Stokes is aiming to remain in cricket management, aspiring to coach England one day. The England Test squad is set to be announced ahead of the upcoming Pakistan series.
- •Stokes questions Brook's non-appointment as Test captain.
- •Rob Key believes Brook is 'too soon' for the role.
- •Stokes retired after the New Zealand Test series.
- •He aims to transition into a coaching role.
- •England will announce their Test squad for Pakistan soon.
- 11:59 AMESPNcricinfo — Stokes on Root resuming England captaincy: 'My only worry is Joe'
- 7:01 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Stokes questions Harry Brook captaincy snub – and admits he hopes to coach England one day
"Brook was overlooked as Stokes’s successor with Joe Root instead reappointed as Test skipper
"Recently retired allrounder questions message sent by not promoting Harry Brook to role
Sources
External links- ESPNcricinfoAug 4, 2026, 11:59 AMStokes on Root resuming England captaincy: 'My only worry is Joe'
Recently retired allrounder questions message sent by not promoting Harry Brook to role
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 7:01 AMBen Stokes questions Harry Brook captaincy snub – and admits he hopes to coach England one day
Brook was overlooked as Stokes’s successor with Joe Root instead reappointed as Test skipper
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