After more than a decade, Ben Stokes is making a return to the Big Bash League by signing a deal with the Adelaide Strikers. The former England captain chose Adelaide over the Sydney Sixers and Melbourne Renegades in a three-way battle for his signature. Stokes, who retired from Test cricket during the English summer, is set to earn around AUD $500,000 for the season. Cricket Australia sources confirmed his decision on Tuesday morning. Stokes’ return to the BBL is seen as a major acquisition that will bring star power to the competition. The 35-year-old last played in the BBL for the Melbourne Renegades in the 2014/15 season, scoring 128 runs and taking three wickets in four matches. His decision to join the Strikers comes after the conclusion of the BBL’s embargo period, allowing clubs to make offers to leading international players. Stokes’ return to Australia marks a significant moment in his cricket career and is sure to boost the excitement surrounding the upcoming BBL season.
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