Ben Stokes: England cricket chief Rob Key says door is open for former captain to return for home 2027 Ashes against Australia

Ben Stokes retired from international cricket and stepped down as England captain following a series defeat to New Zealand in June. England managing director Rob Key has stated that the door remains open for Stokes to make a return to international cricket, with the 2027 home Ashes series against Australia a potential target. England are next in action against Pakistan in a series beginning August 19, live on Sky Sports.