Full Name: Benjamin Andrew Stokes Date of Birth: June 4, 1991 Birthplace: Christchurch, New Zealand Role: Left-Handed Batter | Right-Arm Fast-Medium Bowler | All-Rounder | Test Captain Wearing jersey number 55, Ben Stokes is more than just a cricketer—he’s a force of nature. Gritty, passionate, and blessed with natural talent, Stokes has transformed into the heartbeat of the England team, a player who thrives in pressure and relishes adversity. Born in Christchurch, New Zealand, Stokes moved to England as a child when his father, a rugby league player, took a coaching role in Cumbria. Raised in the tough northern English town of Cockermouth, Ben's journey into cricket began on local fields, but his intensity and competitiveness made him stand out from a young age. He made his Test debut in 2013 during the Ashes tour Down Under and immediately impressed with a bold century in Perth. But it was in the years that followed that he matured into one of the game’s most complete all-rounders. With the bat, he’s explosive and fearless; with the ball, hostile and unrelenting. Stokes' defining moment came in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup final at Lord’s, where his heroic 84 in the final* and crucial Super Over runs carried England to their first-ever World Cup title. That match, often hailed as the greatest ODI of all time, saw Stokes become a national hero. Just weeks later, he delivered one of Test cricket’s most astonishing performances—his 135 at Headingley* against Australia in the Ashes, single-handedly dragging England from the jaws of defeat to a one-wicket victory. It wasn’t just an innings; it was a miracle stitched with sheer will. In 2022, Stokes took over as England’s Test captain and, alongside coach Brendon McCullum, ushered in the aggressive “Bazball” era. Under his leadership, England’s Test side has played with unmatched freedom, chasing down improbable totals and playing attacking cricket without fear. His achievements include: - Over 6,000 Test runs and 200+ wickets - A World Cup champion in 2019 and Player of the Match in the final - One of the most influential all-rounders of the modern era Off the field, Stokes has been open about his battles with mental health, earning admiration for his honesty and strength. He’s also fiercely loyal to his teammates, a natural leader by example. With jersey 55, Ben Stokes doesn’t just play cricket—he commands it. He is England’s talisman, a man who turns matches on their head and inspires belief when none seems possible.