Summary
Matt Prior, a former England cricketer, has called for a deeper discussion about the drinking culture in English cricket. This follows England's poor performance in the Ashes series and an incident involving player Harry Brook, who apologized after an altercation in New Zealand. The England and Wales Cricket Board plans to review players' behavior during tours.
Key Facts
- Former England cricketer Matt Prior suggests discussing the drinking culture in cricket.
- England lost the Ashes series against Australia 4-1.
- Reports emerged of English players drinking excessively during a series break in Noosa.
- Player Harry Brook was involved in an altercation just before a match in New Zealand.
- The incident happened a day before Brook captained a one-day international, which England lost.
- A review of player behavior during tours will be conducted by the England and Wales Cricket Board.
- England coach Brendon McCullum had previously removed a curfew that was in place since 2017.
- James Anderson, a top England bowler, hopes Brook learns from his mistake and urges players to take responsibility.
