Ben Stokes says burnout forced his international retirement in the summer build-up
The England captain explains his decision as “burned out” before the summer, reshaping how boards think about athlete workload.

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The England captain explains his decision as “burned out” before the summer, reshaping how boards think about athlete workload.
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Stokes announces retirement from international cricket during the ongoing third Test, reshaping leadership and selection decisions for England.