Stokes retired from international cricket during the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, with England suffering a 160-run defeat on Monday, June 29. The 35-year-old finished his Test career with 7,273 runs and 252 wickets in 122 matches, establishing himself as one of England's greatest all-rounders.
Reacting to a Telegraph Sport post on X about the issue, Stokes made light of the situation with a humorous response. The former England captain simply wrote, "Sack him ...", mocking the controversy after reports claimed the ICC had raised concerns over the video's release during the match.
— Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) July 9, 2026
In his speech to his team-mates, Stokes said: “There’s something I know is going to happen over the next two days, which is going to be [that] this is my last two days as your captain, and my last two days as representing England."
ICC Questions ECB Over Dressing Room Footage
The ICC said Article 2.2.11 of the PMOA minimum standards prohibits recording and broadcasting audio from team dressing rooms during international matches. It had already informed the ECB that any dressing room footage should not include audio or be released before the match ends.
Harry Brook Leads Race to Replace Ben Stokes
England will now begin the search for a new Test captain ahead of the three-match series against Pakistan in August. Ben Stokes' retirement has left a major leadership vacancy in the side after more than four years in charge.
Stokes leaves behind an outstanding record as England's Test captain. Since taking over in 2022, he guided England to 24 wins in 44 Tests alongside head coach Brendon McCullum, helping transform the team's aggressive approach to red-ball cricket.
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