# Stokes Steps Down Amid Burnout

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-06-28T20:04:02+00:00
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Ben Stokes, England’s Test captain, has stepped down amid burnout after four grueling years at the helm, admitting the emotional toll had dimmed his love for cricket. Making headlines during a dramatic match against New Zealand — where he took a wicket on his first ball post-announcement and then opened the batting — Stokes revealed captaincy, while an honor, had cost him his joy. He plans to return to county cricket with Durham, where he rediscovered his passion, hoping to reignite that spark and play the game he’s loved since childhood. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bf94f7beea7facc2

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