Rewind: Ben Stokes at the 2019 World Cup

Stokes begins the tournament with a perfect all-round display against South Africa at The Oval, his 89 followed by a staggering one-handed catch at deep midwicket and two wickets to end the contest
He hits a pair of 80s as England lose to Sri Lanka and Australia before a rapid 79 proves crucial in a mustwin game against India
He isn’t required in the semifinal demolition of Australia but is England’s last hope in the final against New Zealand, his unbeaten and drama-filled 84 taking the game into the Super Over, where Buttler and him smash just enough for Archer to defe...

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