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\nEngland’s captain Ben Stokes congratulates England’s Gus Atkinson, first Test against New Zealand, 2026.
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Two England cricketers, including captain Ben Stokes, are being investigated following a nightclub incident after the first test against the Black Caps.<\/p>\n
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement it was investigating the incident, which involved Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson.<\/p>\n
“Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were present at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when an incident took place.” The ECB statement said.<\/p>\n
“We are currently seeking further information, and an announcement regarding the squad for the second test will be made in due course.<\/p>\n
“The cricket regulator has been informed and we will provide a further update when possible.”<\/p>\n
The Lord’s test, which England won by 115 runs<\/a>, finished on Sunday (England time).<\/p>\n The statement said the pair were involved in a “breach of team protocols”.<\/p>\n Last summer’s Ashes tour was shrouded with allegations of a drinking culture within the England camp.<\/p>\n A video of batter Ben Duckett was posted on social media appearing to show him intoxicated while in Noosa.<\/p>\n Before the Ashes, white-ball captain Harry Brook was punched by a nightclub bouncer in Wellington<\/a> on the eve of a one-day international against New Zealand.<\/p>\n It was unclear if a midnight curfew was still in place for players and staff.<\/p>\n The second test will be at the Oval next week.<\/p>\n