It beggars belief that Ben Stokes has made his bosses look so foolish by breaking their new rules - it's hard to see how he retains the authority to lead this England team, writes LAWRENCE BOOTH

There are times when observers of English cricket need only a brick wall against which to bang their heads. Now is such a moment.

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Jun 8, 2026 - 21:50
It beggars belief that Ben Stokes has made his bosses look so foolish by breaking their new rules - it's hard to see how he retains the authority to lead this England team, writes LAWRENCE BOOTH
There are times when observers of English cricket need only a brick wall against which to bang their heads. Now is such a moment.
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