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  Ben Stokes likely to return to England squad for third Test vs NZ, will be stripped of captaincy

  Cricket | June 18, 2026 23:43 IST

  Ben Stokes is expected to return for England’s third Test against New Zealand after serving a reported one-match suspension. However, the all-rounder may not resume captaincy immediately, with Joe Root likely to continue leading the side in Nottingham.

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  England cricket team have drinking problem? Joe Root answers ahead of second Test vs New Zealand

  Cricket | June 16, 2026 20:40 IST

  Joe Root, captaining England in the second Test against New Zealand, rejected claims of a drinking culture in the team after Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were dropped over a nightclub incident under investigation by the ECB. Root also backed team unity and accountability.

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  England hit with more trouble after Stokes-Atkinson exclusion, star performer out of 2nd NZ Test

  Cricket | June 15, 2026 8:15 IST

  England would be without another star for the second Test match against New Zealand after captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson were dropped due to disciplinary issues. England had won the first Test but would be facing a tough challenge for the second game at The Oval.

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  ECB unsure of Stokes' future, Rob Key reveals reasons behind Root’s appointment as captain

  Cricket | June 12, 2026 8:38 IST

  England director of cricket Rob Key has refused to guarantee Ben Stokes’ future as Test captain. The ECB is investigating a nightclub incident involving Stokes and Gus Atkinson, with both players ruled out of the second Test against New Zealand. Joe Root to lead.

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  Stokes, Atkinson punished for nightclub row, England name interim captain for 2nd New Zealand Test

  Cricket | June 10, 2026 20:14 IST

  Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have been excluded from the England squad for the second Test match against New Zealand in the aftermath of their nightclub incident. Meanwhile, England have named a new interim captain for the Oval Test.

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  Ben Stokes controversy: What exactly happened in 'Chelsea's naughtiest nightclub' on Sunday night?

  Cricket | June 10, 2026 7:52 IST

  Fresh reports have shed light on the events leading up to the nightclub controversy involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. The alleged altercation at Rex Rooms reportedly followed a VIP-area dispute after England's first-Test win over New Zealand.

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  Ben Stokes at crossroads, set to hold meetings as international retirement remains on table

  Cricket | June 10, 2026 6:47 IST

  Ben Stokes will meet his advisers on Wednesday as he weighs his international future amid an ECB investigation into a curfew breach. Retirement, resignation as captain, or a break from cricket remain possible outcomes for England's Test skipper.

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  Ben Stokes to retire from international cricket? Reports make major claim after nightclub incident

  Cricket | June 09, 2026 19:52 IST

  Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were involved in a nightclub incident after England's 115-run win over New Zealand at Lord's. The two "breached the team protocols" as they travelled to a Chelsea nightclub, where they were involved in an altercation.

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  What is the nightclub incident involving Stokes, Atkinson which can lead to captain's resignation?

  Cricket | June 09, 2026 17:00 IST

  Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were involved in an incident at a nightclub following England's 115-run win over New Zealand at Lord's. It has been revealed that they broke into an argument with Saracens Rugby player Totoa Auvaa. Here's a look at what reportedly transpired.

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  Ben Stokes, Gus Atkinson under investigation by ECB for undisclosed nightclub incident

  Cricket | June 08, 2026 23:09 IST

  The England Cricket Board confirmed that the Cricket regulator has been informed of an undisclosed incident involving Test captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson. The said incident took place in the early hours of Monday after England's win over New Zealand in the first Test.

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  Why is Jofra Archer not playing vs New Zealand in 1st Test at Lord's?

  Cricket | June 04, 2026 15:31 IST

  England rested Jofra Archer for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s to manage his workload after a demanding IPL season with Rajasthan Royals. Ben Stokes defended the move, saying Archer remains committed to England despite criticism.

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  England announce squad for first Test against New Zealand, make seven changes from Ashes horror

  Cricket | May 13, 2026 19:41 IST

  England have called up fresh faces Sonny Baker, James Rew and Emilio Gay as they named their squad for the first of the three Tests against New Zealand. Zak Crawley and Ollie Pope are the major absentees.

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  Ben Stokes feels he was 'quite lucky' to be alive after nasty cheekbone blow

  Cricket | April 15, 2026 21:31 IST

  Ben Stokes was hit on his right cheekbone while coaching his county team, Durham's academy players, in February. The England skipper said he feels 'quite lucky' to be alive after the blow for which he required surgery.

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  England's Test skipper Ben Stokes ruled out of action until May due to broken cheekbone

  Cricket | March 29, 2026 7:17 IST

  In a major blow for England cricket, the side's Test skipper Ben Stokes is expected to be out of action until May 2026 due to a broken cheekbone. He will be missing the upcoming fixtures for Durham as he was hit in the nets.

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  Ben Stokes opens up on 'hardest period of his captaincy', entrusts McCullum-Key to take ENG forward

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 11:47 IST

  England's Test captain Ben Stokes took centre stage and talked about the hardest period of his captaincy as England recently lost to Australia in the Ashes series. He also voiced his support for Brendon McCullum and Rob Key.

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  Ben Stokes undergoes successful facial surgery, shares photo on Instagram

  Cricket | February 11, 2026 9:18 IST

  England Test captain Ben Stokes underwent successful surgery for a facial injury sustained during a nets session. He shared the update on Instagram, joking about the procedure. Stokes remains sidelined, with a potential return in England’s June Test series vs New Zealand.

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  Ben Stokes suffers gruesome injury in nets, shares photo on social media

  Cricket | February 05, 2026 20:51 IST

  England captain Ben Stokes suffered a bruised eye and bleeding nose after being hit by a ball in training. Out with injury, he’ll return for Tests vs New Zealand. Meanwhile, the all-rounder wasn't batting or bowling during the injury. He was standing when the ball hit him all of a sudden.

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  Australia assert their domination to win Sydney Test vs England, seal Ashes series 4-1

  Cricket | January 08, 2026 9:10 IST

  Australia won the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney by five wickets, as they chased down 160 runs on the fifth day. England fought hard to defend the modest target, with their spinners getting a lot of help, but Australia held their nerve and eventually got over the line to seal the series 4-1.

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  Mitchell Starc breaks R Ashwin's elite Test record with Ben Stokes' wicket on day 2 of fifth Test

  Cricket | January 05, 2026 17:57 IST

  Veteran Australia pacer Mitchell Starc broke an elite Test record of former India international Ravichandran Ashwin, taking England skipper Ben Stokes' wicket for a record 14th time in Test cricket, more than anyone in Test history.

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  England announce 12-member squad for fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, Shoaib Bashir to finally play?

  Cricket | January 02, 2026 12:59 IST

  England might finally end up playing their lead and only spinner in the squad, Shoaib Bashir, in the Ashes. However, they have named a 12-member squad for now and will take the final decision on the match day depending on the nature of the surface on offer at the SCG.