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'Better to be a has-been than a never-been': Ben Stokes fires back at Ian Botham

Ben Stokes humorously responded to Ian Botham's retirement comments on social media. Botham had playfully inducted Stokes into a club of former players. Stokes referenced a quote often attributed to Botham himself. This exchange followed Botham's earlier criticism of Stokes' curfew breach. Stokes retired after a distinguished 15-year international cricket career.

15 Jul 2026 10:52 pm