England's Ben Stokes left the field with a groin injury during the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, affecting his batting and bowling role.

England captain Ben Stokes exited the field on day four of the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground due to a right adductor groin injury, having bowled just 10 deliveries. He was assessed during Australia’s first innings, which ended at 567, with Travis Head (163) and Steve Smith (138) leading the charge. Stokes, who has bowled 101.1 overs in the series, was visibly in pain and left for medical evaluation. Vice-captain Harry Brook took over leadership duties as England bowled out Australia. In response, England reached 174 for three at tea, with Jacob Bethell scoring a half-century and a 57-run stand with Brook helping reduce the deficit to nine runs. Stokes is expected to bat later but likely lower in the order. The ECB confirmed he is being assessed for a groin concern with no immediate update on his availability.