Is Ben Stokes Risking Injury By Playing IPL For Chennai Super Kings?

Brendon McCullum, the head coach of England, is certain that Ben Stokes' comeback to the Ashes will not be "jeopardised" by the 2017 IPL and has full trust in the Chennai Super Kings' medical staff to take care of the top all-rounder. The England captain only bowled nine overs in the two-Test series against New Zealand due to a persistent left knee issue. During his 33-pitch game in this heartbreaking one-run loss, he also appeared to be in discomfort. "I don't believe he's endangering it" (by playing the IPL). He would be properly taken care of since Chennai is exceptional at taking care of its players and has a top-notch medical staff, according to McCullum, who was reported as saying. "The captain has a sharp intellect and understands how to prepare for crucial occasions. That's how he lives, right? Thus, I am unconcerned." At the IPL 2023 auction, Stokes was the third most expensive purchase, as CSK made him theirs for Rs 16.25 crore. Beginning on March 31 in Ahmedabad, the most lucrative franchise league will feature a match between CSK and the reigning champion Gujarat Titans. The competition will end on May 28, and the Test Ashes will start on June 16 at Edgbaston. For the first time since 2015, England under Stokes would try to win back the series. Yet Ashes champions for England Michael Vaughan and Steve Harmison have advised Stokes not to participate in the IPL. But, McCullum indicated Stokes would be eager to write the "Ashes script" after taking a broader perspective. "The coach remarked," In fact, I look forward to watching him play in it and seeing, without captaincy as well, the opportunity to play cricket without worrying about everyone else. Knowing when he comes back into the fold and leads us into the Ashes campaign, he'll have the bit between his teeth, and I think we'll be alright.