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Ben Stokes returns for Durham, Alastair Cook hits 71st first-class century

England's new Test skipper Ben Stokes featured for Durham at Worcestershire, while former skipper Alastair Cook made his 71st first-class century as Essex made a solid start against Yorkshire on Thursday. Cook compiled his runs against a Yorkshire attack featuring the occasional off-spin of Joe Root, who recently stood down as England captain after succeeding the left-handed opener. The 37-year-old Cook, who played the last of his 161 Tests in 2018 before retiring from international duty, made 107 from 268 balls.

Cook leads the way for Essex; Burns and Sibley in the runs; Stokes in action

Sir Alastair Cook made his 71st first-class century for Essex against Yorkshire on a day when new England captain Ben Stokes was in the Durham line-up at Worcestershire.

Alastair Cook scores 71st first-class century as Ben Stokes makes Durham return

Sir Alastair Cook made his 71st first-class century for Essex against Yorkshire on a day when new England captain Ben Stokes was in the Durham line-up at Worcestershire.

Fit Anderson, Broad will be selected says new England captain Stokes

DURHAM, England : England's all-time leading test wicket takers James Anderson and Stuart Broad will always be named in the playing 11 if the two fast bowlers are fit, new test captain Ben Stokes said on Tuesday as he looks to wipe the slate clean and start afresh.

Ben Stokes wants 'selfless' cricketers in England Test side

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.

Stokes wants 'selfless' cricketers in England Test side

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.

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.

"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.

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Ben Stokes returns for Durham, Alastair Cook hits 71st first-class century

Cook leads the way for Essex; Burns and Sibley in the runs; Stokes in action

Alastair Cook scores 71st first-class century as Ben Stokes makes Durham return

Fit Anderson, Broad will be selected says new England captain Stokes

Ben Stokes wants 'selfless' cricketers in England Test side

Stokes wants 'selfless' cricketers in England Test side

New England Test captain Ben Stokes wants to lead a team of 'selfless' players

"Want Selfless Cricketers": Ben Stokes Aims To Mould England Test Team In His Image