'So, Jos Butler...': R Ashwin's million-dollar reaction to Ben Stokes' retirement U-turn

Following Ben Stokes' decision to reverse ODI retirement, the English Test captain has been included in England's ODI squad for a four-match series against New Zealand. Stokes' comeback will very well serve as a substantial boost to England's ambitions in the esteemed ODI World Cup later this year. It is understood that England's ODI skipper Jos Buttler convinced Stokes to take back his retirement looking at the ICC's forth-coming 50-over tournament.  

3 things you need to know

• Ben Stokes announced retirement from ODIs in 2022
• He cited workload issues as the reason behind his decision
• England are the defending champions of the ODI World Cup

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Ashwin's take on Ben Stokes' potential retirement U-turn

India's veteran spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, has responded to England's Test captain, Ben Stokes, reversing his decision to retire from ODIs in order to participate in the upcoming World Cup in India. This development emerged shortly after England's white-ball coach, Matthew Mott, disclosed that Jos Buttler would play a pivotal role in persuading Stokes to reconsider his retirement.

In response, Ashwin, who shares the field with Buttler at the Rajasthan Royals, noted that Buttler's dialogue with Stokes worked like magic. He further stated that there was no way Stokes was going to miss the World Cup later this year. 

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Ben Stokes was the key for England in the 2019 World Cup

Ben Stokes played a pivotal role for England in the 2019 World Cup. His remarkable performance in the final proved instrumental in securing England's first-ever ODI World Cup title. The final, held at Lord's Cricket Ground in London, saw Stokes shine brightly. His unbeaten 84 off 98 balls in the final helped England match New Zealand's total, leading the game to a thrilling tie.

Stokes' heroic efforts forced the match into a nerve-wracking super over, which also ended in a tie. Ultimately, England claimed the World Cup based on their higher boundary count throughout the match. Recognizing his exceptional contribution, Ben Stokes was rightfully awarded the player of the match accolade for his outstanding performance.

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