Sydney, Sept 3, 2026 (AFP) - 'Role model' Stokes set to open for Adelaide Strikers

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2026-09-03

"Role model" Ben Stokes is set to open the batting for the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, with club coach Tim Paine saying the former England skipper was made for the job. All-rounder Stokes, who signed for the T20 franchise on Tuesday, is usually a middle-order batsman but ex-Australia captain Paine has other ideas. "I think he's made to open the batting in the Big Bash. The pacey, bouncy wickets in Australia really suit him," said th......

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