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'That's why he's a great' - Stokes strikes first ball after announcing retirement

BBC Sport · Jun 28, 2026, 3:10 PM

Key takeaways

  • Watch the moment Ben Stokes takes the wicket of Zak Foulkes in his first ball since his retirement is announced during the third day of the final Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
  • READ MORE: England captain Ben Stokes announces retirement
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Watch the moment Ben Stokes takes the wicket of Zak Foulkes in his first ball since his retirement is announced during the third day of the final Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

READ MORE: England captain Ben Stokes announces retirement

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