Sanga sympathises with Stokes
Sri Lanka great Kumar Sangakkara said players could “only deal with so much” after it was announced England all-rounder Ben Stokes was taking an indefinite break from all forms of cricket to “prioritise his mental well-being”.
Stokes, the latest high-profile sports star to step away from the pressure of international competition, has now withdrawn from England’s squad ahead of a five-match series against India starting at Trent Bridge next week. The England and Wales Cricket Board added Friday the 30-year-old World Cup winner was also stepping aside to rest his left index finger.
“It must be a very, very tough time for Ben and his family. It won’t be a decision made easily but (it) brings into focus the level elite players play at — your coping mechanism can only deal with so much.