Durham

Ben Stokes returned to competitive cricket and hit a century, guiding Durham to a five‑wicket victory over Derbyshire in the One‑Day Cup. Despite battling severe cramp, Stokes unbeaten 108 helped Durham chase down the target of 257.

Durham head coach Ryan Campbell supports Ben Stokes after he was dropped by England for the second Test against New Zealand. Stokes is under investigation by the ECB for breaking a curfew. Campbell said Stokes is in ‘good spirits and working hard’ while training with Durham.