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Ben Stokes trapped in nightclub controversy, second Test and England captaincy in danger; Learn about the case in detail

By Samira Vishwas

Ben Stokes: The troubles of England’s Test captain Ben Stokes seem to be increasing. Due to an incident that occurred after the victory in the first Test against New Zealand, he may be out of the second Test and his captaincy may also be in danger. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is investigating this matter. Along with Stokes, fast bowler Gus Atkinson is also under investigation. Let us know what is the whole matter.

What is the whole matter?

According to reports, Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were present in a London nightclub on the morning of 8 June. A player from the academy of Saracens Rugby Club was also present. It is being told that there was a dispute over some issue, after which the matter escalated. However, complete details of the incident have not been made public yet. The England and Wales Cricket Board, considering this a case of violation of team protocol, has informed the cricket regulator. The board says that no final decision will be taken until the investigation is completed.

Stokes may be out of second test

According to the schedule, the second Test match between England and New Zealand will be played at The Oval ground from June 17. But due to the ongoing investigation, there is a possibility that Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson will not be able to play in this match. The ECB has clarified that the incident is being investigated and the team for the second Test will be announced soon.

Accused of breaking midnight curfew

Let us tell you that England and Wales Cricket Board has imposed midnight curfew for players and support staff. According to the rules, all players have to return to the team hotel before 12 midnight. This rule was implemented after the last Ashes series. According to reports, Stokes and Atkinson violated this rule, due to which the matter has become more serious.

Captaincy is also in danger

After this controversy, questions are also being raised on the captaincy of Ben Stokes. If any action is taken against him in the investigation, then England’s vice-captain Harry Brook can take over the captaincy of the team in the second Test.

Stokes has been in controversies before also

This is not the first time that Ben Stokes has been embroiled in a nightclub controversy. In the year 2017 also, he was arrested after a fight outside a club in Bristol and was also suspended from the team for some time. Now everyone’s eyes are on the ECB’s investigation report, which will decide whether Stokes will play in the second Test or not and what will be the impact on his captaincy.

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