Meet Clare Ratcliffe, the woman behind the cricket star
Clare Ratcliffe, 33, is the wife of cricket sensation Ben Stokes. The couple has been together since 2010 and has two children. Let's dive into the details of their relationship and family life.
A love story that started in Somerset
Clare Ratcliffe, born in Somerset, has been a pillar of support for Ben Stokes throughout his cricket career. They got engaged in 2013, shortly after the passing of Clare's father, and tied the knot on October 14, 2017.
A star-studded wedding
The couple exchanged vows at St Mary the Virgin church in East Brent, Somerset. The wedding was attended by a full lineup of Ben's cricket teammates, as well as former cricketing greats Ian Bell and Paul Collingwood.
Clare took to Instagram to share a romantic snap from their special day on their third anniversary in 2020, expressing her love for Ben. Likewise, Ben marked their second anniversary on Instagram with a heartfelt message and a wedding photo.
A glimpse into their family life
During the early days of their relationship, Clare was studying for her PGCE teacher training qualification while Ben was playing cricket in Durham. Although Clare is believed to have worked as a primary school teacher in the past, she now devotes most of her time to caring for their family.
Clare's social media gives us a peek into her interests, including cheerleading, and she even teaches children at the Hartlepool Hawks. As for their furry friends, the couple has two dogs named Shelby and Sampson.
Standing by his side through tough times
In 2017, just weeks before their wedding, Ben made headlines for his involvement in a fight outside a Bristol nightclub. Clare stood by his side as he faced trial and was eventually cleared of affray in August 2018.
The court heard that Ben had acted in self-defense, knocking out two other men who were involved in the altercation. Witnesses testified that the brawl was a "sustained episode of significant violence." Despite the controversy, Ben has continued to shine in the cricket world.
Looking ahead to the future
Ben recently made waves by turning down a long-term England contract in order to maximize his earnings for the rest of his career. As he navigates the competitive world of cricket, Clare remains his steadfast supporter.
With their strong bond and loving family, Ben Stokes and Clare Ratcliffe are a force to be reckoned with both on and off the cricket pitch.
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