Stokes Set for England Comeback After Long Injury Layoff

England captain Ben Stokes is feeling confident about his return from injury ahead of a packed summer schedule. Read more about his comeback plans.

England Test captain Ben Stokes is optimistic about his return from injury, feeling “very confident” ahead of a packed summer schedule. Stokes has been sidelined since December due to a hamstring tear and underwent surgery in January to address the recurring issue.

With major series against India and Australia on the horizon, Stokes is eager to regain his all-rounder form, dominating with both bat and ball. His return is highly anticipated, and he's working to get back to full fitness after a lengthy rehabilitation period.

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Ben Stokes described his rehabilitation process as one of the longest in his career. “I've worked incredibly hard on all aspects of everything, from my cricket to fitness, and know I'm going to be in a position when I am back on the field to potentially be in physically the best possible shape I have been in,” he told Sky Sports.

Ben Stokes is set to return to the England side for a one-off test against Zimbabwe starting May 22 at Trent Bridge. This will be followed by a five-test series against India and the Ashes series in Australia.

Stokes expressed his excitement about returning to the field but acknowledged the difference between training and actual match conditions. “As excited as I am to get back on the field I do know it's going to be different to my training,” he said, showing awareness of the challenges ahead.

“But in terms of my role as a player, that full seamer, batting at six, trying to dominate every situation I find myself whether I've got a bat or ball in my hand is what I want to get back doing out on the field, on the biggest stage.

“I know I've done it before, it's something I'm very confident in myself I can do.”