Ben Stokes Left hamstring injured during "THE HUNDRED"

England captain Ben Stokes might miss the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka due to a possible hamstring injury. Stokes got hurt while playing in a domestic match for the Northern Superchargers, where he pulled up in pain while trying to take a quick single. He had to leave the field and was later seen on crutches.

He’ll have scans on Monday to find out how bad the injury is, but there’s a chance he could miss the first Test, which starts on August 21 in Manchester. Teammate Harry Brook mentioned that the injury doesn’t look good, and they’re waiting for the scan results.

If Stokes can’t play, Ollie Pope, the vice-captain, might lead the team. England is keen to keep up their momentum after a 3-0 series win over the West Indies, which improved their chances in the ICC World Test Championship. Stokes had just started bowling again in that series after being sidelined with injuries during last year’s Ashes and the earlier series against India.

Following three Tests against Sri Lanka, England are scheduled to travel to Pakistan in October for a three-match series against Shan Masood's side.

England squad to face Sri Lanka: Ben Stokes (c), Gus Atkinson, Shoaib Bashir, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox, Ben Duckett, Dan Lawrence, Ollie Pope, Matthew Potts, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Olly Stone, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood

Series schedule:

First Test: Old Trafford, August 21-25

Second Test: Lord's, August 29-September 2

Third Test: The Oval, September 6-10.