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Stokes returns to Durham training after England omission

Stokes returns to Durham training after England omission

Summary

Ben Stokes returned to training with Durham after missing England's second Test against New Zealand because of a nightclub incident. He and teammate Gus Atkinson broke a team curfew, which led to an investigation by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

Key Facts

  • Ben Stokes missed the second Test at The Oval after breaking the England team's midnight curfew.
  • Gus Atkinson was also involved and made unavailable for the same Test.
  • The curfew breach followed England’s win in the first Test against New Zealand.
  • Stokes and Atkinson were present when a security staff member was struck by a rugby player.
  • Both players are allowed to continue playing domestic cricket while the investigation is ongoing.
  • The ECB is investigating the incident and has not yet decided on any penalties.
  • England’s director of cricket said he expects Stokes to play international cricket again but made no promises about his captaincy.
  • The investigation’s outcome is not expected before the start of the second Test.
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