Summary
England cricket captain Ben Stokes is recovering from surgery for a broken cheekbone and will not play in an upcoming match for Durham as earlier planned. Stokes was injured by a ball during practice, delaying his return to county matches until May.
Key Facts
- Ben Stokes had surgery for a broken cheekbone after being hit by a ball in practice.
- He was supposed to play for Durham on Friday but is waiting for medical clearance.
- Stokes may start playing again in matches against Worcestershire and Kent in May.
- These could be his only county matches before England's first Test against New Zealand in June.
- Stokes is recovering from an earlier injury sustained during the Ashes series against Australia.
- Despite recent setbacks, Stokes remains captain of the England cricket team.
- Stokes plans to participate in the One-Day Cup this summer.
