In a dramatic conclusion to his international career, Ben Stokes led England in a 160-run defeat to New Zealand in the third Test at Trent Bridge. This match marked Stokes' final appearance, following his unexpected retirement announcement during the game.

Player Ratings:

• Ben Duckett: 8
  Batting: 113 and 36
  Duckett finally delivered a century, scoring 113 off 99 balls, showcasing his potential amidst England's struggle.

• Jacob Bethell: 7
  Batting: 74 and 0
  Hit 74 in the first innings but fell for a duck in the second, showing glimpses of his earlier form.

• Joe Root: 6
  Batting: 21 and 18
  Root faced a tough outing, with unfortunate dismissals hampering his contributions.

• Jofra Archer: 7
  Bowling: 2-75 and 4-53
  Named England's Player of the Series, Archer's performance highlighted his return to form.

• Harry Brook: 4
  Batting: 58 and 21
  While he started strong, his reckless dismissal in the second innings raised concerns.

• Josh Tongue: 4
  Bowling: 0-75 and 0-75
  Struggled significantly, unable to replicate his earlier series form.

Despite individual highlights, England's overall performance faltered, culminating in a series loss after winning the first Test but succumbing in the next two. Ben Stokes leaves behind a legacy of memorable moments as he retires from international cricket.