England cricket team lifts midnight curfew under new direction
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The England cricket team has removed its midnight curfew, initially reinstated seven months ago due to player behavior concerns. Under new captain Joe Root and incoming Test coach Stephen Fleming, the team aims to rebuild its reputation, which has been marred by incidents involving players. The curfew was originally introduced after disciplinary issues during the Ashes tour, and its removal signifies a shift in management approach towards player autonomy. This change follows the recent resignation of head coach Brendon McCullum amid ongoing scrutiny over player conduct.
- •Midnight curfew lifted for England cricket team as of August 2026
- •Curfew reinstated in January following player behavior incidents
- •Joe Root serves as new captain, leading the change in policy
- •Stephen Fleming appointed as Test coach, replacing McCullum
- •Management emphasizes player autonomy and responsibility
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Only wins can stop England's curfew hokey-cokey
- 5:22 AMBBC Sport — Only wins can stop England's curfew hokey-cokey
"England have scrapped their midnight curfew seven months after introducing it. Now, only wins will repair the reputational damage they have sustained, says Stephan Shemilt.
"England have scrapped their midnight curfew seven months after introducing it. Now, only wins will repair the reputational damage they have sustained, says Stephan Shemilt.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 5:22 AMOnly wins can stop England's curfew hokey-cokey
England have scrapped their midnight curfew seven months after introducing it. Now, only wins will repair the reputational damage they have sustained, says Stephan Shemilt.
- BBC SportAug 13, 2026, 5:22 AMOnly wins can stop England's curfew hokey-cokey
England have scrapped their midnight curfew seven months after introducing it. Now, only wins will repair the reputational damage they have sustained, says Stephan Shemilt.
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