It’s been a mad 15 years. It’s had everything thrown in there, from the highest highs to the lowest lows (on and off the field 😜).
My time was up, and no one was going to be able to make that decision other than me.
But in the meantime, I just want to say I ❤️ every single England fan and every single cricket fan who’s supported me over the years.
I ❤️ every single person I’ve walked out onto the field with representing England.
I could go on and on, but I hope you get the gist of how much I loved doing what I did for 15 years.
I’m looking forward to being a fan and supporting the team, and the odd day in hospitality won’t go amiss 🤣.
Family, friends, teammates, fans… I ❤️ yas all.
Stokesy
Hannah Klugman 🇬🇧 showed glimpses of what she can do but a 1-6 4-6 loss to Barbora Krejcikova 🇨🇿 at Wimbledon.
Mimi 🇬🇧 took a set off Daria Kasatkina 🇦🇺 but loses 2-6 6-3 2-6
Still no British winners at Wimbledon 2026
i’m even more heartbroken for emma because she was so happy playing in front of the home crowd at queens. there’s a different kind of love she shows for tennis with home support.
Emma has withdrawn from Wimbledon and this is what she said in her Insta Story 🫶
Hi everyone,
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but sadly I’ve had to withdraw from this year’s Wimbledon.
I’ve done everything possible to try to get to the start line tomorrow but after a final scan tonight, the niggle I’ve been managing has developed into a stress fracture and I’ve been medically advised to stop pushing through.
Playing at Wimbledon, in front of a home crowd, means everything to me, so this is really difficult to process.
I want to thank you all for your support and encouragement. Especially at a time like this, it is invaluable. I look forward to seeing you when I’m back 🥺🤍.
Emma
That is why Ben Stokes will be remembered as one of the absolute greats
He is THE man for the big moments and there is another one
What timing to take a wicket
A true legend of the game.