The Latest Breaking News from Ben Stokes

The 40-year-old retains his place in the side despite a disappointing series thus far.

Ricky Ponting said England got carried away with their 'Bazball' approach, not acting smart in crucial moments. Despite dominating parts of the game, they lost the Ashes 2-1. Ponting believes they should focus on winning, balancing entertainment with results. He praised their talent, noting their first drawn game in 17…

Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue are in contention to return at The Oval as the hosts bid to stop Australia claiming an outright series victory

The fifth and final day of the fourth Test at Old Trafford was abandoned without a ball being bowled

The fifth and final day of the fourth Test was abandoned without a ball being bowled.

There were selection mistakes and preparation was a muddle but there was also Broad’s bowling and Stokes blazing away

Australia retained the urn with one Test remaining but the England captain was still happy with his team’s approach

Five of the last six sessions in the match were lost to the weather without a ball bowled at Old Trafford.

Stokes is hopeful England will have the same level of support in the final Test at the Oval as they would if the series was level