England Captains Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler Secure Two-Year Central Contracts

The ECB confirms new deals for both captains, ensuring their commitment through the 2026 Ashes series.

Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes, captains of England's white-ball and Test teams respectively, have signed two-year contract extensions with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).
The contracts are part of the ECB's strategy to retain top talent and manage player workloads across franchise leagues.
Buttler's new contract follows his release from the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, while Stokes had previously opted for a shorter deal last year.
Five players, including Jamie Smith and Shoaib Bashir, have received England central contracts for the first time, highlighting emerging talent.
The ECB has awarded a total of 29 central contracts, with seven players on multi-year deals as part of a renewed focus on prioritizing international cricket.