The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Friday confirmed that England men's all-rounder Ben Stokes will take an indefinite break from all cricket with immediate effect. India and England will lock horns in the Test series from August 4 in Nottingham. ECB said Stokes has withdrawn from England's Test squad Test series against India to prioritise his mental well-being and to rest his left index finger, which has not fully healed since his return to competitive cricket earlier this month. Managing Director of England Men's Cricket, Ashley Giles, said: "Ben has shown tremendous courage to open up about his feelings and wellbeing." "Ben will be given as long as he needs, and we look forward to seeing him playing cricket for England in the future," he added.

Source: Mint July 30, 2021 16:18 UTC