Ben Stokes, IPL and England

Why did Ben Stokes pull out of IPL 2025 mega auction? England Test captain prioritises national team over franchise cricket
Ben Stokes prioritised international cricket over IPL as he opted out of the 2025 mega auction. Here's why the England skipper made this tough decision.
Ben Stokes opted out of IPL bidding to prolong international cricket career with England
England test captain Ben Stokes says he opted out of the bidding in the Indian Premier League to prioritize playing international cricket in what he described as the “back end” of his career.
Ben Stokes explains reason for skipping IPL after reaching ‘back end’ of career
The all-rounder insists he is focused on giving his all to England having signed a two-year central contract in October
Ben Stokes breaks silence on IPL 2025 mega auction absence, England captain says ’There’s no hiding..’
Ben Stokes has played for Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Rising Pune Supergiant previously in the Indian Premier League.
Stokes skipped IPL auction to 'look after body' and 'prolong' England career
Ben Stokes has revealed he did not enter the IPL mega auction to strip back his playing commitments as he attempts to prolong the twilight of his career.
Ben Stokes explains IPL decision and drops England future hint ahead of New Zealand Test
England captain Ben Stokes decided not to offer his services as part of the Indian Premier League super-auction this week, opting to prioritise his international career instead
Ben Stokes breaks silence on his decision to not register for IPL auction
Ben Stokes opted out of the recent IPL auction to prioritize his international cricket career and prolong his playing time for England. Recognizing he
Ben Stokes opens up on why he skipped IPL mega auction
Christchurch: England Test captain Ben Stokes said he opted out of the recent IPL mega auction to prolong his international career, and focus on some important assignments such as the Ashes.
Ben Stokes focusing on managing 'back end' of England career after IPL decision
Ben Stokes focusing on managing 'back end' of England career after IPL decision - Captain sat out of lucrative T20 tournament in bid to ease his workload
Ben Stokes plays down injury scare after aborting over due to back soreness
Ben Stokes suffered an injury scare on day four of the first Test against New Zealand after aborting a spell with the ball ...
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'We need Ben Stokes firing' – Alastair Cook hails England captain as 'heartbeat' of the team
Alastair Cook and Steven Finn heaped praise on England captain Ben Stokes after he impressed on day three of the first Test ...