Ben Stokes to undergo surgery

AHMEDABAD: England’s Test skipper and all-rounder Ben Stokes said he will undergo surgery for fixing issues around his troublesome left knee after the ongoing World Cup. Stokes, 32, has been dealing with issue around his left knee for the last 18 months, limiting the role he plays with his fast-bowling skills. The injury meant he is playing as a specialist batter in the World Cup, and Stokes is aiming to return in time for England’s five-match Test tour of India starting from January 25, 2024 in Hyderabad.

“Not bowling makes it seem a lot longer than what it normally is. But it’s been, obviously over the last 18 months, it’s been will I, won’t I, whereas actually this World Cup it’s not had to sort of worry about that and be able to just focus on going out there and trying to contribute to team with runs which is obviously something I’ve not been able to do, ” said Stokes in the pre-match press conference. IANS

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