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Ben Stokes, the leader of England’s Test squad and a player for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has opted out of the 2024 season to prioritize managing his workload and maintaining his physical health.
In an official statement on their website, Chennai Super Kings acknowledged and supported Ben Stokes’ choice to withdraw from the 2024 IPL season. However, CSK has not yet made a definitive decision regarding whether to release Stokes from their team roster.
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After the World Cup, Stokes expressed his intention to undergo knee surgery, a procedure that had been delayed earlier. The duration of his recovery will hinge on the progress of his rehabilitation, and decisions about his return to the game will be made in consultation with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).
Despite being the most expensive player acquired by the Super Kings for INR 16.25 crore (approximately US$ 1.98 million), Stokes’ participation in the 2023 IPL season was limited to just two matches due to an injury. He contributed only 15 runs and bowled a single over as he continued to grapple with a left knee injury that worsened during England’s tour of New Zealand in February.
CSK coach Stephen Fleming had previously stated that the team would not request Stokes to bowl until he had fully recovered from his injury.
After England’s final match at the World Cup, Stokes acknowledged his dedicated efforts off the field to expedite his recovery. With the holiday season approaching, he emphasized the importance of fully healing his knee and ensuring his readiness and enthusiasm for the upcoming Test series in India.
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