Stokes to return as captain for third Test, coach McCullum says
Summary
England cricket captain Ben Stokes will return to lead the team in the third Test match against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Stokes and teammate Gus Atkinson were temporarily unavailable due to a nightclub incident under investigation, but head coach Brendon McCullum confirmed Stokes will resume his role as captain.Key Facts
- Ben Stokes has been England Test cricket captain since 2022.
- Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson missed the second Test after a nightclub incident.
- The investigation results are not yet public.
- Coach McCullum is working closely with Stokes and says their relationship remains positive.
- Stokes recently played for Durham, scoring 95 runs, his best since last July.
- Both Stokes and Atkinson withdrew from county games to prepare for the third Test.
- England cricket has experienced several off-field issues recently, including incidents involving other players.
- McCullum emphasizes communication and ambition to improve the English cricket team despite these challenges.
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