Stokes says cricket has drinking culture beyond England
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Ben Stokes said cricket has a drinking culture beyond England. He also stated his international playing career is over and expressed interest in coaching the England Test team.
Ben Stokes said cricket has an unhealthy relationship with alcohol, not just in England.2 Stokes stated his international playing career has concluded.1 Stokes is pursuing his Level Three coaching qualification while still playing.1
Stokes expressed surprise at Joe Root's appointment as England Test captain over Harry Brook.1 Stokes praised Stephen Fleming as the new England Test coach.1
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