England's Ben Stokes is set to make his return to cricket after recovering from a fractured cheekbone, playing for Durham in the County Championship.
England test captain Ben Stokes is set to play for the first time since suffering a fractured cheekbone while training in February when his team Durham visit Worcestershire in the County Championship from Friday.
Media reports said Stokes was struck by a ball during a net session, sustaining bruises, cuts and a broken cheekbone. He underwent facial surgery soon after.
The 34-year-old has now completed his recovery from the surgery, Durham said in a statement on Thursday.
Stokes last appeared for England against Australia in January. England play their next Test against New Zealand at Lord's from June 4.