Kuldeep Yadav dismisses Ben Stokes in One-Day Cup clash against Durham

Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav dismissed England Test captain Ben Stokes during Yorkshire's One-Day Cup Group B match against Durham at Clifton Park Ground in York on July 31, 2026. Stokes, who had been occupying the crease for 39 balls, was caught at backward point by George Hill off Kuldeep's bowling for 12 runs after attempting a reverse sweep.

Durham batted first and were bowled out for 165 in 48.1 overs. Kuldeep was among the most economical bowlers on display, conceding just 23 runs from his full allocation of 10 overs, including one maiden, to finish with figures of 2 for 23 at an economy rate of 2.30.

The dismissal of Stokes was one of two wickets Kuldeep claimed in the innings. He also removed Colin Ackermann, who had scored 26 runs before his dismissal. Kuldeep is playing for Yorkshire on a five-match contract for the One-Day Cup.

Stokes fell to Kuldeep while attempting a reverse sweep, a stroke that did not come off as intended. The ball carried to George Hill at backward point, who completed the catch to end Stokes' innings. The Durham captain had faced 39 deliveries for his 12 runs, indicating he was struggling to score freely against Kuldeep's spin.

The wicket was a significant moment in the innings, as Stokes is Durham's most prominent batting name. His dismissal for a low score contributed to Durham being restricted to 165 all out, a total that left them vulnerable in the match.

Kuldeep's final bowling figures of 10-1-23-2 underline how effectively he controlled the Durham innings. Notably, the Aligarh-born unorthodox spinner is at Yorkshire on a short-term arrangement, having signed a five-match contract for the One-Day Cup. His second victim in this match was Ackermann, who made 26 before Kuldeep ended his stay at the crease. The two-wicket haul adds to what has been a productive stint for the Indian spinner in county cricket during this competition.