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[Saba Sports News] England Test skipper Ben Stokes provided on update on his knee as he underwent a surgery recently.
After the ODI World Cup 2023 ended, Stokes decide to go for a left knee operation as he was experiencing joint pain since last 18 months.
Despite being an all-rounder, Stokes had to play as a specialist batter in the recently-concluded World Cup as knee pain did not allow him to bowl.
He is now racing against time to get fit for the five-match Test series versus India, scheduled to commence in late January. As he has opted out of the upcoming IPL season, his next big assignment after the Test matches will come in the form of T20 World Cup 2024, which is slated to happen in June-July.
Stokes uploaded an image of his bruised operated knee on his Instagram account, while also writing that he is fine, spreading a positive message about his recovery.
“Bruising will always make its way down yeah? I’m fine btw it’s normal,” Stokes wrote in his post on Instagram.
Stokes came out of ODI retirement to play in the 2023 World Cup. Fitness issues forced him out of the first few matches, but he ended up being the second top-scorer for England in the tournament, amassing 304 runs in six games. Although England had a horrible campaign, Stokes’ performance played a big role in helping them qualify for the Champions Trophy 2025.