Ben Stokes comments on ECB's possible anti-corruption breach during retirement test

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Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Ben Stokes comments on ECB's possible anti-corruption breach during retirement test
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Ben Stokes remarked on a possible anti-corruption rule breach by the ECB during his final Test at Trent Bridge against New Zealand. The ECB released a video of Stokes announcing his retirement to teammates, which has raised concerns from the ICC regarding compliance with international standards related to player and match official interactions. The ECB received a letter from the ICC addressing these concerns, emphasizing rules about not broadcasting footage from dressing rooms during ongoing matches. Stokes responded on social media with a light-hearted comment amidst growing speculation regarding his successor as England's captain.

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  • Stokes announced retirement during Trent Bridge Test against New Zealand
  • ECB faces ICC scrutiny over dressing room video release
  • ICC's letter cites anti-corruption code violations
  • Stokes replied with a humorous remark on social media
  • Speculation grows over Stokes' successor as captain
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The ECB released a video of Stokes telling his England teammates of his impending retirement during the Trent Bridge Test which has left them in bother with the International Cricket Council

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