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Brendon McCullum to work with Ben Stokes for Test at Trent Bridge

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:09 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Brendon McCullum to work with Ben Stokes for Test at Trent Bridge
Summary

England head coach Brendon McCullum has confirmed his readiness to collaborate with captain Ben Stokes for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. Stokes had been unavailable for the second Test due to an investigation linked to a nightclub incident. McCullum stated he has maintained daily communication with Stokes since the incident and expects both Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson to rejoin the squad. The investigation's results are pending as England seeks to improve following their recent performance.

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  • •McCullum and Stokes have led England's Test team since 2022.
  • •Stokes was absent for the second Test amid an ongoing investigation.
  • •McCullum has spoken with Stokes daily since the nightclub incident.
  • •Both Stokes and Atkinson are expected to be available for selection.
  • •The third Test takes place at Trent Bridge.
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  • 12:09 PMYahoo Sports — McCullum ready to work with captain Stokes again
  • 12:09 PMBBC Sport — McCullum ready to work with captain Stokes again
What they're saying
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England head coach Brendon McCullum says he is ready to work with returning captain Ben Stokes for the deciding Test against New Zealand.

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England head coach Brendon McCullum says he is ready to work with returning captain Ben Stokes for the deciding Test against New Zealand.

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