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The Post-Stokes Era Begins - Howzat for a Pod

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The Post-Stokes Era Begins - Howzat for a Pod

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Have England got their side balance right? Ollie Pope and Dan Lawrence are recalled as England name their 16-man squad before the upcoming test series against Pakistan

Sam Ellard is back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath, and they discuss how England will line up following the surprise retirement of their Captain and talismanic all-rounder Ben Stokes.

The gang also preview the end of the Hundred, reflect on Jos Buttler becoming the leading T20 run-scorer of all time, and ask if Andrew Flintoff could one day become England head coach!

All that plus 'Power or Lifting' and 'Heath Sledger' return!

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