England Test Captain Stokes Joins Northern Superchargers as Hundred Mentor

England Test captain Ben Stokes will take on a mentorship role with the Northern Superchargers during the 2025 season of The Hundred, supporting the team while continuing his rehabilitation from a shoulder injury sustained during the India-England series. Stokes, who has played five matches for the Superchargers between 2021 and 2024, opted out of playing in this year's tournament as part of his workload management strategy ahead of the Ashes series in Australia. Working alongside head coach Andrew Flintoff, Stokes aims to contribute his experience and guidance to the team from the sidelines, emphasizing his commitment despite not participating as a player. His recent performances in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy included a century and 17 wickets, but the physical toll forced him to miss the final Test where India leveled the series. The Northern Superchargers will begin their 2025 campaign facing Welsh Fire at Headingley, Leeds. Stokes' involvement as a mentor highlights his ongoing influence in English cricket despite injury setbacks.