New England Test captain Ben Stokes wants to lead a team of 'selfless' players
New England Test captain Ben Stokes said he wants to lead a group of “selfless” cricketers as he plans his team's revival after a period of turmoil.
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"Want Selfless Cricketers": Ben Stokes Aims To Mould England Test Team In His Image
Ben Stokes says he wants to lead a team of "selfless" cricketers as he plots England's revival after being named as the new Test captain. The 30-year-old all-rounder was appointed to the role last week after Joe Root stood down following a five-year reign that culminated in a string of painful defeats. Stokes, who was vice-captain to close friend Root, takes over with England having won just one of their past 17 Tests and the team bottom of the World Test Championship table.
James Anderson says it's 'nice to hear there's a chance' of returning to England set up
However, they were omitted from England's most recent tour to the West Indies - a series which they lost 1-0.
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England 's new Managing Director of Men's Cricket Rob Key has opened the door for Alex Hales to make his return to international cricket.
‘Honoured’ Ben Stokes ‘excited’ to lead England after taking on Test captaincy
Ben Stokes says he is “honoured” to be handed England’s Test captaincy and has already made it clear that fast bowling greats James Anderson and Stuart Broad are part of his plans.
Kevin Pietersen warns Ben Stokes will be "hamstrung" as England Test captain
Kevin Pietersen has congratulated Ben Stokes after he was officially named as England's new Test captain on Thursday.
"Would Be A Mistake To Imagine Ben Stokes As Long-Term Test Captain": England Great
Former England skipper Michael Atherton feels it would be a "mistake" to consider Ben Stokes as long-term captain of England's Test team. Stokes became England's 81st Test captain on Thursday, replacing Joe Root, who resigned from the position earlier this month and remains the most successful Test captain of England in terms of number of matches won. Atherton, who captained England for 54 Tests between 1993 and 2001, feels Stokes should not be a "long-term pick", saying that the demanding Test captain's role "wears down" even the toughest of characters.
Stokes can lead revival of 'talented' England, says cricket chief
England cricket chief Rob Key said a "talented" Test side can become a force again under new captain Ben Stokes despite a dismal run of results over the past 14 months.