Ben Stokes: Ben Stokes had recently decided to retire from international cricket. He had announced his retirement before the third match of the 3-match Test series played against New Zealand. After this Ben Stokes decided to play domestic cricket. In the match played on 21st July, playing for Durham, he scored a brilliant century and made a brilliant comeback. He also led his team to victory.
Ben Stokes performed brilliantly
One Day Cup is being played in England. The match was played between Durham and Derbyshire on 21 July. Taking part in this match for Durham, Ben Stokes did wonders in batting. He defeated the opposing team by playing an unbeaten century. Stokes also played an important role in Durham’s victory while batting at number 4. He played an innings of 108 runs in 123 balls. Apart from this, he also hit 10 fours and 3 sixes during his innings. Stokes batted brilliantly in all directions. Now Stokes’ batting is being discussed in the cricket world. He has given a befitting reply to his critics by making a spectacular comeback. However, he did not get even a single wicket in bowling. He spent 38 runs in 9 overs.
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Such was the condition of the match
Batting first, Derbyshire scored 256/9 runs in 50 overs. Martin Anderson scored the most runs for Derbyshire. He played an innings of 112 runs in 118 balls. Apart from this, Brook Guest played a slow inning of 48 runs in 76 balls. Chasing the target, Durham achieved the target in 49.1 overs with 5 wickets remaining. Apart from Stokes, Will Rhodes contributed 45 runs in 60 balls. Apart from this, Ollie Robinson and captain Cassie Aldridge scored 23-23 unbeaten runs.
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