London(The COW News Digital) England Test captain Ben Stokes sustained a serious facial injury during a training session, sharing a photo of his wounded face on social media that quickly drew attention from cricket fans worldwide.
According to British media reports, Stokes was injured while standing aside during a practice session at Durham’s indoor training facility. A ball unexpectedly struck his face, leaving him with deep cuts, a swollen and bruised right eye, and tissue in his nose. Despite the severity of the injury, Stokes posted the image online with a smiling emoji and wrote, “You should see the state of the cricket ball!”
The incident comes as Stokes continues to recover from a previous injury sustained during the Ashes series against Australia. The England captain was sidelined during the last Test match in Sydney after sustaining a groin injury and missed crucial bowling duties. England went on to lose the series 1-4, marking a disappointing outcome for the team.
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Media reports clarified that the injury occurred while Stokes was neither batting nor bowling. The ball came unexpectedly, and he could not react in time to avoid impact. His social media post, combining humor with the serious nature of the injury, was widely shared and sparked concern among fans, who sent messages wishing him a speedy recovery.
Cricket analysts noted that injuries to key players like Stokes can affect team morale and performance, especially as England prepares for upcoming international fixtures. While Stokes is known for his resilience on the field, medical staff will monitor his recovery closely before he returns to full training and match play.
Fans expressed both concern and admiration for Stokes’ lighthearted approach, praising his ability to maintain humor despite the pain. His post also highlighted the physical risks professional cricketers face during training and match situations.
As Stokes begins his recovery process, England cricket authorities are expected to assess his fitness before naming him for future series. The cricket community continues to rally around the captain, wishing him strength and a quick return to the pitch.
