Ben Stokes has been named England’s Men’s Test Captain. Stokes takes over for Joe Root.
The England & Wales Cricket Board has named Ben Stokes captain of the England Men’s Test team. He succeeds Joe Root as the 81st captain of England’s Men’s Test team. The appointment was approve by the ECB Interim Chair and Chief Executive Officer on Tuesday evening. Following the recommendation of England Men’s Cricket Managing Director, Rob Key.
Rob Key, Managing Director of England Men’s Cricket, commented on the appointment, saying. ” I had no hesitation in offering Ben the role of Test captain.”
“He embodies the mindset and approach that we want to take this team into the next era of red-ball cricket. ” I am overjoy that he has accept, and that he prepare for the added responsibility and honor. He is completely deserving of the opportunity.”
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Ben Stokes takes over for Joe Root as England’s Men’s Test Captain.
“I am delight that Ben has agree to become England Men’s Test captain. Which is another great achievement in his extraordinary career in an England shirt,” said Tom Harrison, Chief Executive Officer of the ECB.
“He cares deeply and passionately about what it means to represent England, and he will lead us with great pride into a new era.” It’s an important summer for our Test team, and I’m sure Ben and his teammates are looking forward to the challenge.”
Stokes made his Test debut in December 2013 and has since played 79 times for his country. In February 2017, he name vice-captain, and he also fill in as captain when Root was away for the birth of his second child in the summer of 2020. Durham’s star has 5,061 Test runs at an average of 35.89. He has 174 wickets to his name and is regard as one of the best all-rounders in the world.
Ben Stokes, England’s Men’s Test Captain, added, “I am honor to be given the opportunity to lead the England Test team.” This is an incredible honor, and I’m looking forward to getting start this summer.
“I’d like to thank Joe (Root) for everything he’s done for English cricket and for always being a great ambassador for the game all over the world.” He has been a huge part of my growth as a leader in the locker room, and he will continue to be an important ally for me in this role.” Stokes will speak to the media in Durham next week.
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