
Stokes Struggles on County Return After Five-Month Absence
Ben Stokes scored only 14 runs in his first county appearance since the Ashes as Durham struggled against Worcestershire at New Road.
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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 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.

Durham batsman Emilio Gay continued his exceptional season with a composed 129 at Lord's, his third century of the campaign that keeps him firmly in contention for England selection.

Emilio Gay's third century of the season at Lord's has intensified speculation about his England prospects, as the Durham opener continues his exceptional campaign.

The Durham batsman's unbeaten 159 against Lancashire has put him firmly in the frame to challenge Zak Crawley's England spot.

Emilio Gay and David Bedingham produced unbeaten centuries in a record-breaking partnership as Durham successfully chased 336 against Lancashire.

Paul Coughlin struck his first century in Lancashire colours to turn the tables on former club Durham, setting up a thrilling final day chase.

Tahlia Wilson's superb 152 powered Durham to their first win of the 2026 Women's One-Day Cup campaign, helping them overcome Essex by 23 runs in a thrilling encounter.

Australian Tahlia Wilson struck a brilliant 152 to lead Durham to their maiden victory of the 2026 Women's One-Day Cup campaign.

Australian Tahlia Wilson's superb 152 off 163 deliveries powered Durham to their maiden victory of the 2026 Women's One-Day Cup campaign, defeating Essex by 23 runs at the Riverside.