England Says Alleged Protocol Breach After Stokes and Atkinson at Nightclub Incident
- The England and Wales Cricket Board is investigating captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson over an undisclosed "incident" at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday following England's 115-run win over New Zealand at Lord's.
- Previous disciplinary issues during tours of Australia and New Zealand prompted the board to implement team curfews, with players accused of having a "drinking culture" during the Ashes.
- Officials announced the ECB is investigating a "breach of team protocols," hinting Stokes and Atkinson could miss the second Test at The Oval starting June 17 after Atkinson took five wickets for 30.
- "We are currently seeking further information," the board stated on Monday, adding that an announcement regarding the squad for the second Test will be made "in due course." The Cricket Regulator has been informed.
- Similar disciplinary challenges emerged when England's limited-overs captain Harry Brook faced a fine following a nightclub altercation in New Zealand last year, as management continues addressing player conduct concerns.
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ECB investigating Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson nightclub ‘incident’ following England win over New Zealand
The pair are under investigation after a breach of team protocols Source link : https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/cricket/ben-stokes-gus-atkinson-ecb-investigation-nightclub-england-new-zealand-b2991958.html Author : Harry Latham-Coyle Publish date : 2026-06-08 18:40:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Ben Stokes set to be dropped by England after nightclub incident
England captain Ben Stokes looks set to miss next week’s second Test against New Zealand following a nightclub disturbance just hours after his team’s series-opening win at Lord’s. Both Stokes and Gus Atkinson look likely to be stood down for the match at The Oval that starts on Wednesday week after the England & Wales Cricket Board confirmed it is investigating both players for what it has termed an “incident” in the early hours of Monday morni…
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