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Ben Stokes at centre of England clearance row over franchise deals
Original: Ben Stokes faces England clearance row over possible overseas franchise deals
England Test captain Ben Stokes is reportedly involved in a dispute over whether he needs clearance from the England and Wales Cricket Board to take part in overseas franchise competitions. The issue raises questions about how centrally contracted England players balance international duties with the growing global T20 franchise circuit.
Why now: Ongoing tensions between England central contracts and the expanding overseas T20 franchise circuit are topical.
Ben StokesEnglandEngland and Wales Cricket Board
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