Ben Stokes remains a vital cog for England in Tests and T20Is, after retiring from ODI cricket last month. Stokes, the English Test team, often remains in the headlines and had made heads turn for all the wrong reasons in late 2017 when he was involved in a Bristol nightclub brawl.

The incident took place just before the then Joe Root-led England's&nbsp;Ashes 2017&nbsp;versus Australia Down Under. The 31-year-old Stokes was back then alleged of knocking down a person unconscious outside a nightclub in Bristol. This led to the star cricketer being banned for eight matches and he even missed a Test match in the following year, versus Virat Kohli's India, to attend a trial of his case.

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Later, the Bristol Crown Court found him not guilty and, hence, Stokes resumed his services for England cricket team and was even adjudged the Player-of-the-Match in Eoin Morgan &amp; Co.'s famous 2019 ODI World Cup final win over New Zealand, at Lord's. Thus, he redeemed himself successfully and has moved on from the infamous incident. Nonetheless, Stokes recalled the incident once again and shared the impact it has had on his family.

"My wife Clare makes a great point of saying that just because when the verdict came in, don't assume that was the end of that incident. That Bristol incident will still have an effect on my life and on our lives in the future. Just an example - we're going to have to sit our kids down one day and explain what that was all about,” Stokes told the BBC.

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"As they get older, no doubt people will ask them about it and we don't want them to be in the dark about that and then to come home and ask about it," the England Test skipper&nbsp;added.

Stokes-led England are currently involved in a three-match Test series versus visitors Dean Elgar-led South Africa. England lost the first Test by a whopping an innings and 12 runs and will need to regroup to keep the series alive in the second and penultimate Test, which gets underway on August 25 at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Ben Stokes remains a vital cog for England in Tests and T20Is, after retiring from ODI cricket last month. Stokes, the English Test team, often remains in the headlines and had made heads turn for all the wrong reasons in late 2017 when he was involved in a Bristol nightclub brawl.

Ben Stokes remains a vital cog for England in Tests and T20Is, after retiring from ODI cricket last month. Stokes, the English Test team, often remains in the headlines and had made heads turn for all the wrong reasons in late 2017 when he was involved in a Bristol nightclub brawl. The incident took place just before the then Joe Root-led England's Ashes 2017 versus Australia Down Under. The 31-year-old Stokes was back then alleged of knocking down a person unconscious outside a nightclub in Bristol. This led to the star cricketer being banned for eight matches and he even missed a Test match in the following year, versus Virat Kohli's India, to attend a trial of his case. ALSO READ | You look at Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios: Ben Stokes opens up on his rivalry with Virat Kohli Later, the Bristol Crown Court found him not guilty and, hence, Stokes resumed his services for England cricket team and was even adjudged the Player-of-the-Match in Eoin Morgan & Co.'s famous 2019 ODI World Cup final win over New Zealand, at Lord's. Thus, he redeemed himself successfully and has moved on from the infamous incident. Nonetheless, Stokes recalled the incident once again and shared the impact it has had on his family. "My wife Clare makes a great point of saying that just because when the verdict came in, don't assume that was the end of that incident. That Bristol incident will still have an effect on my life and on our lives in the future. Just an example - we're going to have to sit our kids down one day and explain what that was all about,” Stokes told the BBC. ALSO READ | 'It is a joke' - Ben Stokes comes hard at rigorous international schedule after ODI retirement "As they get older, no doubt people will ask them about it and we don't want them to be in the dark about that and then to come home and ask about it," the England Test skipper added. Stokes-led England are currently involved in a three-match Test series versus visitors Dean Elgar-led South Africa. England lost the first Test by a whopping an innings and 12 runs and will need to regroup to keep the series alive in the second and penultimate Test, which gets underway on August 25 at Old Trafford, Manchester.

'We don't want our kids...' - England Test captain Ben Stokes recalls Bristol nightclub brawl

According to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), cricketer&nbsp;Ben Stokes will take an "indefinite break" from all forms of cricket with immediate effect to "prioritise his mental wellbeing" and to rest his left index finger.

Managing director of England men's cricket, Ashley Giles, said: "Our primary focus has always been and will continue to be the mental health and welfare of all of our people. The demands on our athletes to prepare and play elite sport are relentless in a typical environment, but the ongoing pandemic has acutely compounded this."

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England's star World Cup all-rounder will be unavailable for the five-match series against India starting at Trent Bridge next week.

Stokes, 30, will be replaced in the squad by Somerset's Craig Overton, the ECB said.

"Ben has shown tremendous courage to open up about his feelings and wellbeing," Giles said adding that spending significant amounts of time away from family with "minimal freedoms" has had a major impact on everyone's wellbeing in the past 16 months.

The development comes as American gymnast Simone Biles pulled out of two events at the Tokyo Olympics to protect her mental health.

Biles who pulled out abruptly from the vault said, "Mental health is more prevalent now in sports" starting a major debate about pressure in sports, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka had earlier pulled out of the French Open over a row on&nbsp;taking part in press conferences and later skipped Wimbledon&nbsp;while declaring that she suffered “long bouts of depression” since the 2018 US Open final.

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According to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), cricketer Ben Stokes will take an "indefinite break" from all forms of cricket with immediate effect to "prioritise his mental wellbeing" and to rest his left index finger.

According to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), cricketer Ben Stokes will take an "indefinite break" from all forms of cricket with immediate effect to "prioritise his mental wellbeing" and to rest his left index finger. Managing director of England men's cricket, Ashley Giles, said: "Our primary focus has always been and will continue to be the mental health and welfare of all of our people. The demands on our athletes to prepare and play elite sport are relentless in a typical environment, but the ongoing pandemic has acutely compounded this." "Ben has shown tremendous courage to open up about his feelings and wellbeing." We're all with you, Stokesy ❤️ pic.twitter.com/6HmEzmCxvw — England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 30, 2021 × England's star World Cup all-rounder will be unavailable for the five-match series against India starting at Trent Bridge next week. Stokes, 30, will be replaced in the squad by Somerset's Craig Overton, the ECB said. "Ben has shown tremendous courage to open up about his feelings and wellbeing," Giles said adding that spending significant amounts of time away from family with "minimal freedoms" has had a major impact on everyone's wellbeing in the past 16 months. The development comes as American gymnast Simone Biles pulled out of two events at the Tokyo Olympics to protect her mental health. Biles who pulled out abruptly from the vault said, "Mental health is more prevalent now in sports" starting a major debate about pressure in sports, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka had earlier pulled out of the French Open over a row on taking part in press conferences and later skipped Wimbledon while declaring that she suffered “long bouts of depression” since the 2018 US Open final. (With inputs from Agencies)

Ben Stokes to take indefinite break from cricket to prioritise mental wellbeing: ECB

Since the time Ben Stokes won the World Cup for England, he's had a practically disjointed strut, as though he realizes he has the world at his feet. This disposition, which plays with the line isolating presumption and certainty, has raised Ben Stokes' down so much that he is as of now one of the best all-rounder’s in world cricket.

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The example is completely clear, is it not? Ben Stokes flourishes with being the man at the center of attention, the imperfect virtuoso who discovers a hint of compassion among the majority, the adversary who basically must be appreciated. Yet, what he likewise flourishes with is the way that nobody else in the cricket field marks all the containers on the field as he does.

His Test debut for England was a rite of passage. Considering it came during the Ashes arrangement of 2013-14 in Australia. Part of an England squad that would give up the urn as well as lose three of its extraordinary players like Kevin Pietersen, Jonathan Trott, and Graeme Swann it was character working of the most hostile kind for Ben Stokes.

His extraordinary contributions of speed alongside his conspicuous batting abilities had permitted him to be reserved for the future, even as an underlying episode of impassive structure brought up issues about his spot in the team.

Subsequent to staying away from a rehash of 2015 and guaranteeing his position in the 2019 World Cup crew, Ben Stokes immovably set out to settle all recollections of Bristol as he played the lead part in the year's two greatest blockbusters, the 2019 World Cup Final and the Ashes.&nbsp;

Carlos Brathwaite crushed Stokes for four&nbsp;sequential sixes with 19 to get off the last over. Ian Bishop's undying words," Carlos Brathwaite! Remember the name!" rang through the Eden Gardens. A genuinely depleted Ben Stokes, down on his hindquarters in the center, couldn't cover up anyplace as he willed for the earth to open up and take him in. Subsequently, at that point, many accepted that Ben Stokes had for sure shriveled away from the entirety of his huge ability and had surrendered to the hardships of being an expert sportsperson. With him gazing at the barrel of dissatisfaction, one felt a tremendous demonstration of wearing recovery would be the simply tonic to his infirmity.

The first splendid Ben Stokes execution to make this rundown came in the 2019 World Cup last. Held in London, England, the match was perhaps the most engaging and nail-gnawing matches in ODI history.&nbsp;

Ben Stokes kept his cool: each stroke made earnestly and a sharp consciousness of the circumstance. Regardless of wickets falling around him. He chose to take the game profound and kept his wickets unblemished going into the last two over’s or somewhere in the vicinity; at that point dispatched the last invasion. Stirs up showed his capacity to change gears instantly.&nbsp;

Without Ben Stokes, England would have lost the World Cup finale. To add substance to this assertion, in the last five overs Ben Stokes had scored his runs at a strike-pace of 283 runs for&nbsp;100 balls.

At the point when England No. 11 Jack Leach joined his confidant Ben Stokes in Headingley, with England actually requiring 73 runs for triumph, it resembled an act of futility. The situation was anything but favorable for the batsmen.&nbsp; With Ben Stokes at the crease, nothing is incomprehensible. The star batsman continued to play an electrifying inning that will be discussed for ages.&nbsp;

Ben Stokes, then again, might be to such an extent that one may secretly not expect for oneself, yet on the other hand, there aren't numerous who might actually reverse sweep the best spinner on the planet, with 56 runs needed to win and 1 wicket left in hand, for six. Particularly with the Ashes on the line.

Scoring at a fast pace, Ben Stokes raised his century with the England score of 326-9 after 121.1 overs requiring 33 to win. In any case, there was no ounce of celebration from Ben Stokes, who esteemed the group win to be a higher priority than individual achievements.&nbsp;

Reclamation was achieved as he crushed Pat Cummins through mid-wicket at Headingley, the site of the most prominent Test innings ever, as Ben Stokes' unbeaten 135, in a 76-run tenth wicket with Jack Leach kept England alive in the series. At the point when Ben Stokes acknowledged what he had done, he let out an immense roar of a win as all the adrenaline of the previous few hours burst out.

On endless events, Ben Stokes, his way of life, his capacity to deal with pressing factor and his character as an individual was addressed. Notwithstanding, he acknowledged all the analysis, took it in his step, and guaranteed the world was praising him excitedly when he turned it around, earnestly.&nbsp;

The Englishman was forced into a tight spot, he had apparently no place to go. He likewise needed to battle the evil presences in his mind, cricketing villains and off-field ones as well. However, he discovered a way, similar to everything champions do. He covered various apparitions, his own just as his nations, through sheer tenacity.&nbsp;

Towards the finish, all things considered, one part among the happy English squad stood on the winning side. What's more, that man was Ben Stokes - Remember the name! 
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Since the time Ben Stokes won the World Cup for England, he's had a practically disjointed strut, as though he realizes he has the world at his feet. This disposition, which plays with the line isolating presumption and certainty, has raised Ben Stokes' down so much that he is as of now one of the best all-rounder’s in world cricket.

Since the time Ben Stokes won the World Cup for England, he's had a practically disjointed strut, as though he realizes he has the world at his feet. This disposition, which plays with the line isolating presumption and certainty, has raised Ben Stokes' down so much that he is as of now one of the best all-rounder’s in world cricket. ALSO READ: Cricket- 'Massive credit to Neil Wagner': Devon Conway on his double ton The example is completely clear, is it not? Ben Stokes flourishes with being the man at the center of attention, the imperfect virtuoso who discovers a hint of compassion among the majority, the adversary who basically must be appreciated. Yet, what he likewise flourishes with is the way that nobody else in the cricket field marks all the containers on the field as he does. His Test debut for England was a rite of passage. Considering it came during the Ashes arrangement of 2013-14 in Australia. Part of an England squad that would give up the urn as well as lose three of its extraordinary players like Kevin Pietersen, Jonathan Trott, and Graeme Swann it was character working of the most hostile kind for Ben Stokes. His extraordinary contributions of speed alongside his conspicuous batting abilities had permitted him to be reserved for the future, even as an underlying episode of impassive structure brought up issues about his spot in the team. Subsequent to staying away from a rehash of 2015 and guaranteeing his position in the 2019 World Cup crew, Ben Stokes immovably set out to settle all recollections of Bristol as he played the lead part in the year's two greatest blockbusters, the 2019 World Cup Final and the Ashes. Carlos Brathwaite crushed Stokes for four sequential sixes with 19 to get off the last over. Ian Bishop's undying words," Carlos Brathwaite! Remember the name!" rang through the Eden Gardens. A genuinely depleted Ben Stokes, down on his hindquarters in the center, couldn't cover up anyplace as he willed for the earth to open up and take him in. Subsequently, at that point, many accepted that Ben Stokes had for sure shriveled away from the entirety of his huge ability and had surrendered to the hardships of being an expert sportsperson. With him gazing at the barrel of dissatisfaction, one felt a tremendous demonstration of wearing recovery would be the simply tonic to his infirmity. The first splendid Ben Stokes execution to make this rundown came in the 2019 World Cup last. Held in London, England, the match was perhaps the most engaging and nail-gnawing matches in ODI history. Ben Stokes kept his cool: each stroke made earnestly and a sharp consciousness of the circumstance. Regardless of wickets falling around him. He chose to take the game profound and kept his wickets unblemished going into the last two over’s or somewhere in the vicinity; at that point dispatched the last invasion. Stirs up showed his capacity to change gears instantly. Without Ben Stokes, England would have lost the World Cup finale. To add substance to this assertion, in the last five overs Ben Stokes had scored his runs at a strike-pace of 283 runs for 100 balls. At the point when England No. 11 Jack Leach joined his confidant Ben Stokes in Headingley, with England actually requiring 73 runs for triumph, it resembled an act of futility. The situation was anything but favorable for the batsmen. With Ben Stokes at the crease, nothing is incomprehensible. The star batsman continued to play an electrifying inning that will be discussed for ages. Ben Stokes, then again, might be to such an extent that one may secretly not expect for oneself, yet on the other hand, there aren't numerous who might actually reverse sweep the best spinner on the planet, with 56 runs needed to win and 1 wicket left in hand, for six. Particularly with the Ashes on the line. Scoring at a fast pace, Ben Stokes raised his century with the England score of 326-9 after 121.1 overs requiring 33 to win. In any case, there was no ounce of celebration from Ben Stokes, who esteemed the group win to be a higher priority than individual achievements. Reclamation was achieved as he crushed Pat Cummins through mid-wicket at Headingley, the site of the most prominent Test innings ever, as Ben Stokes' unbeaten 135, in a 76-run tenth wicket with Jack Leach kept England alive in the series. At the point when Ben Stokes acknowledged what he had done, he let out an immense roar of a win as all the adrenaline of the previous few hours burst out. On endless events, Ben Stokes, his way of life, his capacity to deal with pressing factor and his character as an individual was addressed. Notwithstanding, he acknowledged all the analysis, took it in his step, and guaranteed the world was praising him excitedly when he turned it around, earnestly. The Englishman was forced into a tight spot, he had apparently no place to go. He likewise needed to battle the evil presences in his mind, cricketing villains and off-field ones as well. However, he discovered a way, similar to everything champions do. He covered various apparitions, his own just as his nations, through sheer tenacity. Towards the finish, all things considered, one part among the happy English squad stood on the winning side. What's more, that man was Ben Stokes - Remember the name!

Ben Stokes - The man synonymous with the word 'redemption'

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen feels that star all-rounder Ben Stokes should be promoted in the batting order in the T20I format as his talent is "completely wasted" batting down the order and being a part-time bowler.&nbsp;

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Stokes came in to bat at No.6 during the fifth T20I match against India. He came in to bat when England were down and out while chasing a mammoth total for 225 runs.&nbsp;

The partnership between Jos Buttler and Dawid Malan gave England hopes of winning the decider. However, Buttler's dismissal led to a batting collapse in England's batting order.&nbsp;

Pietersen took to social media and said: "Ben Stokes is completely wasted at 6 as a batter and bowling part-time. Bairstow in T20’s is an opener. If he doesn’t open, Stokes bats 4!"

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Eoin Morgan revealed that the series was a learning experience for him.&nbsp;

"Playing against a strong Indian team in their conditions was fantastic. Another fantastic game today. India outplayed us in big moments and deserved to win. We've played some good cricket through the series too. So lots of positives for us," he said at the post-match presentation ceremony.

"We bat quite deep, and we tend to take advantage of that. Big moments in this series came when we weren't able to take advantage of that with our middle order. Always feel we have the talent in the changing room to give it a crack.

"Today wasn't our day. One of our huge plusses has been the powerplay bowling in most games. Have to commend Adil Rashid for taking on the new role. Gives us a new option. Not really (any concerns)," he signed off.

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen feels that star all-rounder Ben Stokes should be promoted in the batting order in the T20I format as his talent is "completely wasted" batting down the order and being a part-time bowler.

Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen feels that star all-rounder Ben Stokes should be promoted in the batting order in the T20I format as his talent is "completely wasted" batting down the order and being a part-time bowler. ALSO READ: 'Like when Sachin Tendulkar...': Sunil Gavaskar talks about Virat Kohli as an opener Stokes came in to bat at No.6 during the fifth T20I match against India. He came in to bat when England were down and out while chasing a mammoth total for 225 runs. The partnership between Jos Buttler and Dawid Malan gave England hopes of winning the decider. However, Buttler's dismissal led to a batting collapse in England's batting order. Pietersen took to social media and said: "Ben Stokes is completely wasted at 6 as a batter and bowling part-time. Bairstow in T20’s is an opener. If he doesn’t open, Stokes bats 4!" Ben Stokes is completely wasted at 6 as a batter and bowling part time. Bairstow in T20’s is an opener. If he doesn’t open, Stokes bats 4! — Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) March 20, 2021 × Eoin Morgan revealed that the series was a learning experience for him. "Playing against a strong Indian team in their conditions was fantastic. Another fantastic game today. India outplayed us in big moments and deserved to win. We've played some good cricket through the series too. So lots of positives for us," he said at the post-match presentation ceremony. "We bat quite deep, and we tend to take advantage of that. Big moments in this series came when we weren't able to take advantage of that with our middle order. Always feel we have the talent in the changing room to give it a crack. "Today wasn't our day. One of our huge plusses has been the powerplay bowling in most games. Have to commend Adil Rashid for taking on the new role. Gives us a new option. Not really (any concerns)," he signed off.

'Ben Stokes is completely wasted at 6 as a batter and bowling part-time': Kevin Pietersen

The head coach of Rajasthan Royals, Andrew McDonald, has said that they are "not sure" about the availability of Ben Stokes in the IPL 2020 as he is with his ailing father in New Zealand.

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England's star all-rounder has been going through a tough phase in his life, he even pulled out of three-match series against Pakistan in August before the second Test to be with his father, diagnosed with brain cancer.&nbsp;

"First and foremost, thoughts with the Stokes family. It's a difficult scenario, so we're giving him as much time as he needs, and connecting with him as best we can," McDonald was quoted as saying by ESPNcricinfo.&nbsp;

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"So yeah, we're not sure where Stokesy's at right now, but once it has played out, then we can make our decisions from there. But I don't want to second-guess what will happen with him just yet."

On December 23, 2019, Stokes' father Ged, who is a former New Zealand rugby league international, was admitted to hospital in Johannesburg due to serious illness.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2020-csk-batsman-ruturaj-gaikwad-continues-to-be-covid-19-positive-remains-in-quarantine-327699" hreflang="en">IPL 2020: CSK batsman Ruturaj Gaikwad continues to be COVID-19 positive, remains in quarantine</a>

McDonald was also asked Rajasthan Royals' captain Steve Smith, who was ruled out of two Australia ODIs with a concussion in England. However, the coach did not seem to worry.&nbsp;

"Steve Smith is a bit more clear-cut, I think. He needs a little bit of time, it was a short turnaround between game one and two where the concussion happened, so I'd imagine there were some lingering side effects.&nbsp;

"They'll be erring on the side of caution, so hopefully (they will) see him out there again on Wednesday (for the third ODI against England in Manchester)."

The head coach of Rajasthan Royals, Andrew McDonald, has said that they are "not sure" about the availability of Ben Stokes in the IPL 2020 as he is with his ailing father in New Zealand.

The head coach of Rajasthan Royals, Andrew McDonald, has said that they are "not sure" about the availability of Ben Stokes in the IPL 2020 as he is with his ailing father in New Zealand. Also read: Paceman Ali Khan becomes first American to join IPL; will play for KKR England's star all-rounder has been going through a tough phase in his life, he even pulled out of three-match series against Pakistan in August before the second Test to be with his father, diagnosed with brain cancer. "First and foremost, thoughts with the Stokes family. It's a difficult scenario, so we're giving him as much time as he needs, and connecting with him as best we can," McDonald was quoted as saying by ESPNcricinfo. Also read: ECB planning to cut 62 jobs due to financial ramifications of COVID-19 "So yeah, we're not sure where Stokesy's at right now, but once it has played out, then we can make our decisions from there. But I don't want to second-guess what will happen with him just yet." On December 23, 2019, Stokes' father Ged, who is a former New Zealand rugby league international, was admitted to hospital in Johannesburg due to serious illness. Also read: IPL 2020: CSK batsman Ruturaj Gaikwad continues to be COVID-19 positive, remains in quarantine McDonald was also asked Rajasthan Royals' captain Steve Smith, who was ruled out of two Australia ODIs with a concussion in England. However, the coach did not seem to worry. "Steve Smith is a bit more clear-cut, I think. He needs a little bit of time, it was a short turnaround between game one and two where the concussion happened, so I'd imagine there were some lingering side effects. "They'll be erring on the side of caution, so hopefully (they will) see him out there again on Wednesday (for the third ODI against England in Manchester)."

IPL 2020: Rajasthan Royals' star all-rounder Ben Stokes' availability still in doubt

Ben Stokes on Tuesday dethroned the West Indies captain Jason Holder to become the number one ranked all-rounder in the ICC Test Player Rankings following England’s significant win against the Windies in Manchester.&nbsp;

Stokes now becomes the first England player atop the Test all-rounders list since Andrew Flintoff in Many 2006 while also reaching career-best third position among batsmen.&nbsp;

The English all-rounder trailed Holder by 54 rating points while heading into the second Test at the Old Trafford in Manchester but now enjoys a comfortable lead of 38 points after his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/stokes-stars-as-england-level-west-indies-series-314865">breathtaking performances of 176 and 78 along with a match haul of three wickets that helped England seal a 113-run win and level the three-match Test series 1-1</a>.

<h2>Holder's reign ends</h2>

Stokes put an end to Holder’s 18-month reign at the top as he became the first from England at the summit since Andrew Flintoff in May 2006. His tall of 497 rating points is the highest by any Test all-rounder since Jacques Kallis aggregated 517 in April 2008.

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In the batsmen’s list, Stokes is joint-third with Australian batsmen Marnus Labuschagne and only behind Steve Smith and Virat Kohli. Kane Williamson and Babar Azam are behind of Stokes in the list. Joe Root is ninth whereas English opener Dom Sibley jumped 29 spots to a career-best 35th rank.

Whereas Stuart Broad returned to top 10 in the bowlers’ list after claiming six wickets in the match as he became the England’s top-ranked bowler. James Anderson is now 11th in the list after being rested for the second Test.&nbsp;

For the West Indies, Shamarh Brooks has moved up 27 places to a career-best 45th position after scores of 68 and 62. He is now just four slots behind Holder, who remains the top-ranked West Indies batsman in 41st position despite slipping four places. Holder has also dropped a slot among bowlers to take third place, behind Pat Cummins and Neil Wagner. Roston Chase has gained two places in the bowlers’ list after a five-wicket haul in the first innings. 
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Ben Stokes on Tuesday dethroned the West Indies captain Jason Holder to become the number one ranked all-rounder in the ICC Test Player Rankings following England’s significant win against the Windies in Manchester.

Ben Stokes on Tuesday dethroned the West Indies captain Jason Holder to become the number one ranked all-rounder in the ICC Test Player Rankings following England’s significant win against the Windies in Manchester. Stokes now becomes the first England player atop the Test all-rounders list since Andrew Flintoff in Many 2006 while also reaching career-best third position among batsmen. The English all-rounder trailed Holder by 54 rating points while heading into the second Test at the Old Trafford in Manchester but now enjoys a comfortable lead of 38 points after his breathtaking performances of 176 and 78 along with a match haul of three wickets that helped England seal a 113-run win and level the three-match Test series 1-1. Holder's reign ends Stokes put an end to Holder’s 18-month reign at the top as he became the first from England at the summit since Andrew Flintoff in May 2006. His tall of 497 rating points is the highest by any Test all-rounder since Jacques Kallis aggregated 517 in April 2008. 🚨 RANKINGS UPDATE 🚨 Ben Stokes is the new No.1 all-rounder 🤩 He is the first England player since Flintoff to be at the top of the @MRFWorldwide ICC Men's Test Player Rankings for all-rounders. Full rankings: https://t.co/AIR0KN4yY5 pic.twitter.com/viRzJzuGiC — ICC (@ICC) July 21, 2020 × In the batsmen’s list, Stokes is joint-third with Australian batsmen Marnus Labuschagne and only behind Steve Smith and Virat Kohli. Kane Williamson and Babar Azam are behind of Stokes in the list. Joe Root is ninth whereas English opener Dom Sibley jumped 29 spots to a career-best 35th rank. Whereas Stuart Broad returned to top 10 in the bowlers’ list after claiming six wickets in the match as he became the England’s top-ranked bowler. James Anderson is now 11th in the list after being rested for the second Test. For the West Indies, Shamarh Brooks has moved up 27 places to a career-best 45th position after scores of 68 and 62. He is now just four slots behind Holder, who remains the top-ranked West Indies batsman in 41st position despite slipping four places. Holder has also dropped a slot among bowlers to take third place, behind Pat Cummins and Neil Wagner. Roston Chase has gained two places in the bowlers’ list after a five-wicket haul in the first innings.

ICC Rankings: Ben Stokes dethrones Jason Holder to become No. 1 Test all-rounder