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IPL 2025: A star-studded affair, but where's Ben Stokes?

IPL 2025: A star-studded affair, but where's Ben Stokes?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Ben Stokes is notably absent from the list of 1,574 players who have registered for the IPL 2025 mega auction, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Robinson ruled out of 2nd Test vs New Zealand

Robinson ruled out of 2nd Test vs New Zealand

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Seamer Ollie Robinson, whose player-of-the-match performance guided England to victory in the first Test against New Zealand, will miss the second match due to a sore right knee.

How Rohit outsmarted Ben Stokes to seal series win

How Rohit outsmarted Ben Stokes to seal series win

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Ben Stokes' aggressive captaincy brought about England's downfall, feels BCCI president Roger Binny

SEE: What Ben Stokes is up to

SEE: What Ben Stokes is up to

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

Rajasthan Royal Ben Stokes is to completely recover from jet lag after a long journey from New Zealand.

Ben Stokes fires back: Are England set for a 5-0 drubbing?

Ben Stokes fires back: Are England set for a 5-0 drubbing?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Ben Stokes responded to former cricketer Steve Harmison's criticism of England's preparation for the upcoming Test series against India.

Ben Stokes to 'think hard' about future in ODIs

Ben Stokes to 'think hard' about future in ODIs

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

After England completed a disappointing World Cup campaign with a victory over Pakistan, all-rounder Ben Stokes confessed that he will have to think long and hard about continuing to play One-Day International cricket for England.

First Test: Pacers run riot as England wrap up win over New Zealand inside four days

First Test: Pacers run riot as England wrap up win over New Zealand inside four days

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

England exploited to the full a Lord's pitch once again offering erratic bounce and lateral movement on Sunday to win the rain-interrupted first Test against New Zealand by 115 runs with a day and two sessions to spare.

Ben Stokes out of IPL with broken finger

Ben Stokes out of IPL with broken finger

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

The England all-rounder sustained the injury while taking a diving catch to dismiss West Indies dasher Chris Gayle.

Sreesanth slams Ben Stokes for questioning Dhoni's intent

Sreesanth slams Ben Stokes for questioning Dhoni's intent

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Sreesanth has slammed England all-rounder Ben Stokes for questioning Mahendra Singh Dhoni's intent during a World Cup match

Ben Stokes caught applying saliva on the ball

Ben Stokes caught applying saliva on the ball

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Ben Stokes was caught using saliva to shine the ball during the second ODI against India

Ben Stokes-led England call up uncapped spin duo for India Test series

Ben Stokes-led England call up uncapped spin duo for India Test series

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

England on Monday named four specialist spinners, including the uncapped duo of Tom Hartley and Shoaib Bashir, in the 16-member squad for next month's five-Test series in India.

England's Ben Stokes charged with affray

England's Ben Stokes charged with affray

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Stokes, 26, and two other men are due to appear before Bristol Magistrates' Court at a date to be fixed.

Ben Stokes stands tall with political statement

Ben Stokes stands tall with political statement

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Ben Stokes was the one, who said that PM Boris Johnson gave a good address. However, one journalist took a jibe at Stokes, saying only the England cricketer ended up liking Johnson's address.

Ashes: England captain Stokes suffers adductor injury

Ashes: England captain Stokes suffers adductor injury

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

England captain Ben Stokes was forced off the field because of injury on Day 4 of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia on Wednesday.

India needs a Ben Stokes type cricketer: Hussain

India needs a Ben Stokes type cricketer: Hussain

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes India's lack of success away from home in Test cricket is down to lack of a seam-bowling all-rounder like England's Ben Stokes.

Ben Stokes' father passes away after battle with cancer

Ben Stokes' father passes away after battle with cancer

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Ged Stokes, father of England all-rounder Ben Stokes, passed away after a year-long battle with brain cancer.

Ben Stokes urges ICC to revive Test cricket

Ben Stokes urges ICC to revive Test cricket

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Ben Stokes urged the ICC to do 'something different' to popularise Test cricket.

Ben Stokes drops hint about Shoaib Bashir's Test debut

Ben Stokes drops hint about Shoaib Bashir's Test debut

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Ben Stokes, has suggested that the rising spinner, Shoaib Bashir, may make his Test debut in the upcoming India series.

Playing IPL will be difficult: Ben Stokes

Playing IPL will be difficult: Ben Stokes

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Ben Stokes is confident that he will be back for the next edition.

Ben Stokes has fans LOLing with this one tweet...

Ben Stokes has fans LOLing with this one tweet...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

The 28-year-old also said that it used to be funny but it is not anymore.

'Empty stadiums could affect Ben Stokes' performance'

'Empty stadiums could affect Ben Stokes' performance'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

It will be interesting to see how different players react to the new normal of playing in spectator-less grounds.

Can India stop Ben Stokes' 100th Test triumph?

Can India stop Ben Stokes' 100th Test triumph?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Depleted India out to gatecrash Ben Stokes's 100th Test party

Should England consider rotating Ben Stokes?

Should England consider rotating Ben Stokes?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Silverwood said Stokes will have to 'rein' him in during training as he is always looking push himself.

England Penalised 12 WTC Points For Slow Over-Rate

England Penalised 12 WTC Points For Slow Over-Rate

Rediff.com5 days ago

England's aspirations for a maiden World Test Championship final appearance have been significantly impacted after they were docked 12 points due to a slow over-rate during their recent defeat to New Zealand at The Oval. The penalty, alongside a 50% match fee fine, has caused their points percentage to drop, making their path to the final more challenging.

Ben Stokes doubtful for third England Test

Ben Stokes doubtful for third England Test

Rediff.com1 May 2015

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has a back problem and may miss the third and final Test.

Ben Stokes' wife rubbishes reports of physical altercation

Ben Stokes' wife rubbishes reports of physical altercation

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

'I have become used to people making stuff up about me, but of all the topics not to mess with domestic abuse has to be at the top of the list'

3rd Test: New Zealand openers frustrate England with record 317-run stand

3rd Test: New Zealand openers frustrate England with record 317-run stand

Rediff.com1 days ago

New Zealand took control of the third Test at Trent Bridge with Tom Latham and Devon Conway setting a record partnership for the Kiwis against England on Thursday.

Latest injury setback leaves England's Ben Stokes devastated

Latest injury setback leaves England's Ben Stokes devastated

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

England all-rounder Ben Stokes has said he is "devastated" after his calf injury ruled him out of the third Test against Pakistan.

The story behind Ben Stokes' lion family tattoo

The story behind Ben Stokes' lion family tattoo

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The huge tattoo took 28 hours to complete.

Joe Root's Historic Milestone: Second To Reach 14,000 Test Runs

Joe Root's Historic Milestone: Second To Reach 14,000 Test Runs

Rediff.com6 days ago

Joe Root he becomes only the second cricketer in Test history to surpass 14,000 runs, joining the legendary Sachin Tendulkar in an exclusive club of batting greats.

Proud to be your son: Ben Stokes on dad's recovery

Proud to be your son: Ben Stokes on dad's recovery

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

England all-rounder Ben Stokes wrote a heartfelt note for his father and hailed his strength after he made a full recovery and was discharged from hospital. Stokes' father Gerard, 64, spent 37 days in a hospital in Johannesburg where he was admitted before England's first Test against South Africa on December 23.

Latham's Milestone: Joins Crowe In Elite Test Century Club

Latham's Milestone: Joins Crowe In Elite Test Century Club

Rediff.com1 days ago

New Zealand opener Tom Latham has equalled legendary Martin Crowe's record of 17 Test centuries, becoming the joint third-highest century-scorer for his country. This milestone was achieved during his impressive 151-run knock against England in Nottingham, further solidifying his place in New Zealand's cricketing history.

England drop Crawley, recall Robinson for NZ Test

England drop Crawley, recall Robinson for NZ Test

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

England has announced their 12-player squad for the first Test against New Zealand, which begins at Lord's on Thursday. The squad includes two uncapped players and sees the return of Ollie Robinson, while Zak Crawley and Jofra Archer are notable omissions.

All we're thinking about is winning 3-2, says Ben Stokes

All we're thinking about is winning 3-2, says Ben Stokes

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Ben Stokes said there would be no change in his team's approach to the Ashes

Stokes returns to lead England in Ashes!

Stokes returns to lead England in Ashes!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

England on Tuesday named a 16-man squad for the Ashes series starting in Australia in November with Ben Stokes, who is currently nursing a shoulder injury, set to return to lead the side.

Stokes concedes, Bazball has lost its element of surprise

Stokes concedes, Bazball has lost its element of surprise

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

He added that to win Test matches in Australia, a team needs to do well in all three departments, which his side didn't do throughout the Ashes series.

I feel like I'm back at 2019-20: Ben Stokes

I feel like I'm back at 2019-20: Ben Stokes

Rediff.com31 May 2023

England skipper Ben Stokes expects to deliver with both bat and ball in the upcoming Ashes.

'Show a bit of dog': Stokes' defiant Ashes message

'Show a bit of dog': Stokes' defiant Ashes message

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

England captain Ben Stokes has called for his teammates to 'show a bit of dog' as they look to fight back from two losses in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide from Tuesday.

England drop Crawley; pick uncapped Gay, Rew and Baker for first New Zealand Test

England drop Crawley; pick uncapped Gay, Rew and Baker for first New Zealand Test

Rediff.com13 May 2026

England have dropped opener Zak Crawley and selected Emilio Gay as Ben Duckett's opening partner in a reshaped squad for the first Test against New Zealand.

Stokes optimistic despite England's Ashes struggles

Stokes optimistic despite England's Ashes struggles

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

Captain Ben Stokes believes England can build on the positives from their loss in the third Ashes Test to Australia in Adelaide as they look to claim the country's first win Down Under in almost 15 years in the series' two remaining tests.