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England Cricket Team Adjusts County Schedule

Updated 2026-06-21 09:05 UTC 1 source Neutral

Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are withdrawn from upcoming county games, indicating they may be available for the third Test against New Zealand. The decision affects their availability in domestic cricket.

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Stokes and Atkinson withdrawn from county games

Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are withdrawn from their County Championship fixtures in the clearest indication yet they will be available to play for England in the third Test against New Zealand.

2026-06-21 08:53 UTC