https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/stokes/Recent content in stokes on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usWed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/englands-post-ashes-reset-begins-amid-leadership-shifts/Wed, 20 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/englands-post-ashes-reset-begins-amid-leadership-shifts/England’s cricket team embarks on its post-Ashes chapter with a three-Test series against New Zealand starting June 4, marking the transition into what some dub Bazball 2.0—or perhaps 3.0 or 4.0. Despite the shake-up, the core leadership of Brendon McCullum, Rob Key, and Ben Stokes remains intact following the Ashes review. Since the tough conclusion in Australia, England has taken commendable steps to professionalize their setup. A standout move was the appointment of former England Women’s wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor to lead fielding drills.