Ben Stokes has hinted he could be open to taking on the captaincy of England’s ailing white-ball side, according to managing director Rob Key – who also stressed the decision must not be rushed.

England are set for a dramatic white-ball reboot, with Ben Stokes being sounded out for a shock return to the one-day job and Harry Brook in line to take charge of the T20 team. Last week’s ...

“I think nothing’s off the table really. Ben Stokes is one of the best captains I’ve ever seen,” he said. “It would be stupid not to look at him. It’s just the knock-on effect of what ...

Lord's ringmaster Rob Key has revealed England’s duds made such a hash of the Champions Trophy that they could ask Ben Stokes to return to white-ball cricket as captain. After the cult of ...

That could lead to a split in roles, although no discussions have been held with Stokes, as England are monitoring his fitness before making any concrete plans. “Ben Stokes is one of the best ...

Ben Stokes hasn't been involved in England's ODI set-up since the 2023 World Cup • AFP/Getty Images The move, one of many Key is considering as men's managing director following Buttler's ...

England could spring a surprise by asking Ben Stokes to take charge of their ailing white-ball side, with managing director Rob Key admitting “it would be stupid” not to consider the Test skipper.