Ben Stokes Ruled Out of Fifth Test Against India Due to Injury

Ben Stokes Ruled Out of Fifth Test Against India Due to Injury

England's talismanic Test captain, Ben Stokes, has been officially ruled out of the crucial fifth Test match against India.
The decision was made due to an ongoing injury concern, with the medical team assessing the risk of him playing as 'way too high'.
Stokes' absence is a massive blow for England, as his all-round capabilities and leadership are integral to the team.
His inability to participate in such a significant match against a strong Indian side is a major talking point in UK cricket, raising questions about the team's balance and leadership in his absence.

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