London: England captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of the fifth and deciding Test against India with a shoulder injury in a devastating blow for the home side.
The England and Wales Cricket Board said vice-captain Ollie Pope would lead the side in the match at The Oval starting Thursday, with England 2-1 up in the five-Test series.
All-rounder Stokes has struggled with various fitness issues during the four Tests against India during which he has sent down 140 overs — the most he has bowled in any series.
The 34-year-old, who is leading wicket-taker on either side with 17 scalps, has injured his right shoulder — his bowling arm — and it is understood he will need up to 10 weeks to recover.
“I am obviously disappointed to not be…
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