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England Test captain Ben Stokes has undergone surgery to address issues with his left knee. The 32-year-old all-rounder faced challenges with his knee, preventing him from bowling in the last three Ashes Tests during the summer.

During the World Cup in India, he was limited to a batting role.

Having previously announced his decision to undergo surgery post the tournament, Stokes is now focused on recovering in preparation for England's upcoming five-match Test series in India scheduled for January.

He posted a picture on Instagram of himself on crutches outside London's Cromwell Hospital, with a caption that read: "In and out. Under the [knife emoji] done. Rehab starts now."

Last week, the all-rounder made himself unavailable for the 2024 Indian Premier League to manage his workload and fitness.