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Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes

England National Team (Tests, ODIs, T20Is), Rising Pune Supergiant, Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings

Matches

267

Runs

10767

Centuries

18

fans

Millions

Biography

Ben Stokes is a dynamic English cricketer renowned for his all-round brilliance and fearless approach. Born on June 4, 1991, in Christchurch, New Zealand, he represents England in all formats and captains the Test team. Stokes rose to global fame with match-winning performances, notably in the 2019 Cricket World Cup final and the miraculous Headingley Test during the Ashes. A left-handed batsman and right-arm fast-medium bowler, he’s admired for his resilience and leadership under pressure. Stokes is not just a cricket star but a symbol of grit, passion, and determination in modern sport.

Career Highlights

19
2019

World Cup Final Hero

Produced one of the greatest ODI innings of all time (84*) to tie the match and lead England to victory in the 2019 ICC World Cup Final against New Zealand at Lord’s.

19
2019

Headingley Ashes Miracle

Scored a jaw-dropping 135 not out* in the 3rd Ashes Test at Headingley, leading England to an impossible one-wicket win over Australia.

20
2020

Named ICC Cricketer of the Year

Honored with the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for his outstanding performances across all formats in 2019.

22
2022

Appointed England Test Captain

Took over as Test captain and, alongside coach Brendon McCullum, introduced an aggressive style dubbed "Bazball," revitalizing England’s red-ball cricket.

23
2023

Ashes 155 at Lord’s

Scored a valiant 155 runs in the 2nd Ashes Test, almost pulling off another miracle chase, reinforcing his reputation as a big-match player.

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Power. Passion. Presence – Ben Stokes in full flight.

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The game-changer – Stokes turns pressure into opportunity.

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Fearless and fiery – Ben Stokes never backs down.

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Captain. Clutch. Champion – Ben Stokes leads by example.

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All-round brilliance – Stokes with bat, ball, and sheer willpower.

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Ben Stokes: The heartbeat of English cricket.

Personal Information

Full NameBenjamin Andrew Stokes
BornJune 3, 1991
BirthplaceChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
TeamsEngland National Team (Tests, ODIs, T20Is), Rising Pune Supergiant, Rajasthan Royals, Chennai Super Kings
NicknameStokesy, The Hurt Locker, Rocky

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Major Achievements

2019 ICC Cricket World Cup Winner
Historic 135 in 2019 Ashes at Headingley
Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World (2020, 2021)
England Test Captain (from 2022)
Fastest Double Century by an Englishman in Tests
ICC Men’s Player of the Year (2019)
Most Runs in a Calendar Year (2022, Tests)

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Career Statistics

Test Cricket

Matches

110

Runs

6719

Average

35.36

High Score

258

Centuries

13

Fifties

35

One Day Internationals

Matches

114

Runs

3463

Average

41.22

High Score

182

Centuries

5

Fifties

24

T20 Internationals

Matches

43

Runs

585

Average

21.66

High Score

52*

Centuries

0

Fifties

1

What Others Say

"He always stands up in the biggest moments… He's a true matchwinner."

Jos Buttler

Jos Buttler

England teammate & captain

"He has a bit of ‘maverick and genius’… insatiable appetite to keep moving the game forward."

Brendon McCullum

Brendon McCullum

England head coach

"Cometh the hour, cometh the man… only Ben Stokes does that."

Aakash Chopra

Aakash Chopra

Former India opener

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