Ben Stokes prioritised international cricket over IPL as he opted out of the 2025 mega auction. Here's why the England skipper made this tough decision.

England test captain Ben Stokes says he opted out of the bidding in the Indian Premier League to prioritize playing international cricket in what he described as the “back end” of his career.

Ben Stokes started this tour by apologising to his players for being grumpy and leaving them “treading on eggshells” around him in Pakistan.

England captain Ben Stokes decided not to offer his services as part of the Indian Premier League super-auction this week, opting to prioritise his international career instead

Captain Ben Stokes says he opted out of the Indian Premier League auction in order to prolong his England career.

Ben Stokes admits he is managing "the back end of my career" after choosing to skip the Indian Premier League and prioritise his time in international cricket.

England's Test cricket captain Ben Stokes opted out of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25. Stokes, who has played for several IPL franchises,

Ben Stokes said he can understand why some people may have concerns about handing Jacob Bethell his test debut at number three against New Zealand but the England captain has no doubts the 21-year-old can have a positive impact on the side.

England test captain Ben Stokes speaks out on the reason behind skipping the 2025 Indian Premier League mega auction.According to Express, the all-rounder revealed that he will not play IPL this next year to focus on his international

Ben Stokes has chosen to skip the IPL auction to prioritise his England career. By focusing on his physical health, he aims to play at a high level for as long as possible.

Ben Stokes has played for Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Rising Pune Supergiant previously in the Indian Premier League.