Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes scored only 14 runs in his first county appearance since the Ashes as Durham struggled against Worcestershire at New Road.

England captain Ben Stokes scored a disappointing 14 runs in his first competitive innings for five months during Durham's County Championship clash at Worcestershire.

Ben Stokes delivered an exceptional performance on his return to county cricket, claiming two wickets for Durham against Worcestershire after months away recovering from serious injuries.

Ben Stokes marked his return to county cricket with impressive bowling figures of 2-40 as Durham restricted Worcestershire to 209-7 on day one at New Road.

Ben Stokes is poised to make his comeback for Durham against Worcestershire after recovering from cheekbone surgery sustained in February.

England captain Ben Stokes faces an extended recovery period following cheekbone surgery, with Durham now targeting May for his competitive return.