Ben Stokes is considered to be one of the biggest match-winners in England’s cricketing history. The all-rounder has played many memorable innings, whether it be his 84* in the World Cup 2019 Final, his 52* in the T20 World Cup 2022 Final, or his Headingley heroics in Ashes 2019.
However, the left-handed batter announced his retirement from ODI cricket in 2022. Fans and even the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) are hoping that the southpaw returns for one final time to lead his side to ultimate glory. The question, however, remains: Will Ben Stokes play World Cup 2023?
Will Ben Stokes play World Cup 2023?
After calling it a day in the 50-over format in July 2022, Ben Stokes has been asked several times if he’ll return for one final time. The all-rounder has been adamant when it comes to his retirement. He also snubbed the journalists when they asked the test skipper questions about his comeback for the World Cup 2023 in India after the Ashes 2023 series.
Having played a vital role in England’s last two World Cup title wins, Stokes’ u-turn on retirement would make perfect sense.
England’s white ball coach Matthew Motts has also stated that the team will ask Stokes if he wants to return to the side, much like Moeen Ali did for Ashes 2023.
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Ben Stokes stats in ODIs
Ben Stokes has an excellent record with the bat in ODIs. The left-hander has 2924 runs in 105 matches, with three centuries and 21 fifties to his name. With a healthy average of 38.98 and a strike rate of 95.08, he was seen as a destructive middle-order batter.
He also chipped in with the bowl, taking 74 wickets at a slightly expensive economy of 6.05 and a strike rate of 42.
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What is Ben Stokes stats in ODI World Cup?
Stokes has played just one World Cup in 2019. In 11 matches, the batter has 465 runs at a stunning average of 66.42 and a strike rate of 93.18 with five fifties.
The all-rounder played a match-winning knock in the final, taking his side to a super over and helping England win their first ODI World Cup.
The right-handed pace bowler also picked up seven wickets in England’s winning campaign.
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