Stokes to have knee surgery after World Cup

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England Test captain Ben Stokes says he will undergo surgery after the World Cup to address his ongoing knee issue.

The 32-year-old's knee has been a long-term problem, with the all-rounder unable to bowl and playing only as a batter during the World Cup in India.

England play Australia on Saturday before their campaign concludes a week later against Pakistan on 11 November.

They return to India for a five-match Test series, starting on 25 January, but Stokes says he hopes to be fit.

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