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Stephen Fleming addresses Ben Stokes retirement and Ashes ambitions
Newly appointed England Test coach Stephen Fleming has addressed speculation regarding a potential return of former captain Ben Stokes for the upcoming Ashes series. Following a meeting with Stokes at Durham, Fleming stated that it would be “wrong” to attempt to persuade the 35-year-old to reverse his international retirement, noting that Stokes appears “at peace” with his decision.
Fleming, who succeeds Brendon McCullum, expressed a strong desire to improve England's standing and stated his ambition to defeat Australia. He noted that he shares the English public's “obsession” with the Ashes rivalry. While Stokes has continued playing for Durham and signed with the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, Fleming indicated he will respect the former captain's decision to step away from the international red-ball game.
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Ben Stokes · Brendon McCullum · Durham County Cricket Club · England cricket team · Stephen Fleming
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Stephen Fleming believes it would be wrong to ask Ben Stokes to reverse his international retirement. www.bbc.co.uk · www.perthnow.com.au · www.newindianexpress.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ben Stokes retired from international cricket following a series loss to New Zealand in June. www.newindianexpress.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fleming met with Ben Stokes at Durham and reported that Stokes is at peace with his retirement. www.perthnow.com.au · www.newindianexpress.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fleming expressed a strong desire to defeat Australia in cricket. www.bbc.co.uk · www.perthnow.com.au
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fleming succeeds Brendon McCullum as England's Test coach. www.bbc.co.uk · www.newindianexpress.com