Daniel BrettigThe Age chief cricket writer June 9, 2026 — 3:45pm June 9, 2026 — 3:45pm You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. It’s time for Ben Stokes to give up the England captaincy. Not solely because of the London nightclub fracas that made global headlines overnight, but because it is clear that, after four years as England’s charismatic leader, he needs to think about his longevity in the game.