Ben Stokes Aims for May Return Following 'Fortunate' Training Incident

England Test captain Ben Stokes is planning to make his return to cricket in May, following a serious training accident in February that left him with a broken cheekbone and other facial injuries. Despite the setback, Stokes is on track to play for Durham in two County Championship matches, as well as potentially featuring for England Lions against South Africa A. Stokes reflected on the incident, stating that it was a 'pretty nasty' experience, but he feels 'lucky' to have escaped more severe consequences. The England captain is expected to lead his team in the first Test of the summer against New Zealand and has dismissed any suggestions of a rift with head coach Brendon McCullum, emphasizing the importance of debate and discussion in a healthy sporting relationship. Meanwhile, England fast bowler Brydon Carse has withdrawn from the IPL due to an injury to his bowling hand, with the severity of the injury still unclear.