STOKES ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT FROM TEST CRICKET

Ben Stokes announced his retirement from Test cricket on day four of England's deciding Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The announcement came whilst the match remained in progress. Stokes' decision means his final Test will conclude at Trent Bridge. England currently face a difficult task to secure victory in the match.

New Zealand's position in the Test has left England requiring a substantial turnaround to win. The deciding Test represents the concluding fixture of the series between the two nations. Stokes has captained England throughout the series. His announcement to retire from the Test format came during the fourth day of play at the Nottinghamshire ground.

The match will mark Stokes' last appearance in Test cricket. England's prospects of securing victory in the deciding Test remain uncertain. The series outcome will be determined by the result at Trent Bridge. Stokes' retirement from Test cricket follows his announcement during the ongoing match.