Stokes could return as captain for third Test against NZ
Summary
Ben Stokes may return as captain of the England cricket team for the third Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. He and teammate Gus Atkinson are under investigation for breaking a midnight curfew at a London nightclub but could be cleared to play soon.Key Facts
- Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson broke England's midnight curfew at a London nightclub.
- They stayed out late after England’s first Test win and were present during an incident involving security staff.
- Both players were made unavailable for the second Test while under investigation.
- Investigation by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is ongoing but nearing resolution.
- Stokes is likely to captain England again for the third Test starting 25 June at Trent Bridge.
- Both players continue to play domestic cricket for Durham and Surrey, respectively.
- Joe Root is currently acting captain for the second Test and will captain on a game-by-game basis.
- ECB has denied asking Stokes to resign as captain during the investigation.
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