00:00Ben Stokes is preparing to make his return to competitive cricket with Durham after stepping away from international duty, bringing
00:08one of the sport's biggest names back into the county game.
00:12The all-rounder announced his England retirement during the Test series against New Zealand and has since spoken about rediscovering
00:19his enjoyment of cricket while playing for Durham.
00:22Stokes is set to feature in the one-day cup opener against Derbyshire after recently appearing for the county in
00:29the championship.
00:30It will be his first domestic one-day match for Durham in 12 years and his first in the format
00:36since England's 2023 World Cup campaign.
00:41The former England captain could also feature in further Durham matches before the end of the season.
00:46His return comes as the 100 begins a new era following changes to ownership, teams and investment.
00:53Durham have some fixtures planned at venues including South Northumberland Cricket Club in Gosforth and Darlington Cricket Club, giving supporters
01:01across the region the chance to watch Stokes in action.
01:05Stokes says he is excited about the next stage of his career and believes returning to Durham is the right
01:12decision for him right now.
01:13His comeback will be closely followed by fans across the North East as they welcome back one of cricket's most
01:20recognisable figures.
01:22His appearances will be followed closely by fans hoping to see the former England captain deliver more memorable moments in
01:28Durham's colours.
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