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Hubris and the fall: the sad, mad end of Ben Stokes, Test cricketer
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Summary
Season 20, Episode 19: It's been a mad old week in cricket. We took a beat to consider the weekend exit of Ben Stokes from international cricket, at least for now, but the time that has passed hasn't made it make any more sense. The England men's team right now is a mess of self-justification and self-interest, and who knows where it will land. All we know is that the current direction cannot be maintained. Also this week, Kemar Roach reaches legend status with his 300th Test wicket, and Ireland's men and women have the weekend of their lives. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ …