Ben Stokes Announces Retirement From ODIs

 

Ben Stokes Announces Retirement From ODIs, Will Play Last Match On Tuesday vs South Africa

Ben Stokes explains his decision to stop playing in ODIs:

"On Tuesday in Durham, I will play my final ODI cricket match for England. I've made the decision to stop using this format. Making this choice has been exceedingly difficult.

I have enjoyed every second of playing for England with my friends. We have travelled a remarkable distance. As difficult a choice as this was to make, accepting the truth that I can no longer give my teammates my all in this format is easier.

Nobody should wear the England jersey any less honorably. Three forms are simply no longer manageable for me.

Because of the schedule and the demands placed upon us, I feel as though not only is my body failing me, but I am also depriving Jos and the rest of the squad of a player who can give their best.

It's time for another cricketer to develop and create unforgettable memories, just like I have over the past 11 years.

I will give Test cricket all I have, and now that I've made this choice, I feel like I can also give the T20 format everything I've got.