Stokes scores hundred as Hundred tournament opens in Derby
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Ben Stokes produced a match-winning performance with a century during the opening night of The Hundred tournament at Derby on July 21, 2026. Stokes, despite battling a leg injury, led his team to victory in front of a crowd of 1,300. His display not only showcased his skills but also emphasized his leadership role within the squad. The event marks the beginning of this year's Hundred competition, which will continue with more matches in the coming days.
- •Ben Stokes defies injury to score a century
- •The Hundred tournament opened in Derby with 1,300 spectators
- •Stokes' leadership was pivotal in the team's victory
- •This match marks the start of this summer's Hundred competition
- 6:00 PMESPNcricinfo — Stokes' matchwinning hundred steals the thunder on Hundred's opening night
"Former England captain defies leg injury to produce winning display in front of 1,300 crowd at Derby
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