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Ben Stokes Says Talk Of Brendon Mccullum Rift 'Massive Overstatement'

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Ben Stokes Says Talk Of Brendon Mccullum Rift 'Massive Overstatement'

By AFP News April 15, 2026 • 07:33 AM View: 112

England captain Ben Stokes has dismissed suggestions of a collapse in his relationship with coach Brendon McCullum, although he says the way they work together will "look a little bit different" this season.

Stokes and McCullum, a former New Zealand captain, have been in a close alliance since joining forces in 2022.

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