When England play without Ben Stokes, as they have to at The Oval this week, they lose an experienced batsman, a key bowler, a superb fielder, and their most imaginative tactical mind.

England captain Ben Stokes has been ruled out of the fifth and final test against India because of a right shoulder injury.

Ben Stokes will miss the Oval Test against England due to a shoulder injury as the hosts make four changes for the match against India.