bowling

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The events in the Rex Rooms, controversy and fallout, culminating with Stokes' sudden retirement, announced in the middle of a bowling spell, have led to claims, conspiracies and conjecture.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Whether it was batting or bowling or whatever he was doing.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Stokes has had to battle a number of severe injuries across his career, including a left-knee problem that restricted his bowling in 2023 and 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

Ben Duckett's scintillating century built on an inspirational bowling spell from Ben Stokes to haul England back into the decisive third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

“Hey, I’m coming to the bowling alley with my dad on Saturday,” he says easily, like we’re best friends.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper