ECB keep Ben on central contract

By Seth Francis
BEN Stokes has suffered another blow after losing his sponsorship with sportswear brand New Balance.
Stokes, 26, was arrested last month on suspicion of causing actual bodily harm following an incident in Bristol and now New Balance have pulled the plug on a deal which was earning the all-rounder a reported £200,000 a year.
New Balance, who also provide the kit for the England team, said it “does not condone behaviour that does not match our brand culture and values”.
New Balance’s decision to bin Stokes came just hours after the Durham...

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