ICC takes no action against ECB over Stokes retirement video
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 5:49 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The England and Wales Cricket Board will not face sanctions from the ICC regarding Ben Stokes' retirement video. The ICC had raised concerns about the footage being filmed and shared during a live Test match against New Zealand. Previously, it warned the ECB about releasing such content before the end of a match. After reviewing the matter, both organizations reached an amicable conclusion. Stokes announced his retirement via a video shared with broadcasters during play at Trent Bridge while still actively competing in the Test.
- •Ben Stokes announced retirement in a video shared during a live match.
- •The ICC initially contacted the ECB regarding potential PMOA breaches.
- •Both the ICC and ECB agreed to conclude the matter amicably.
- •The incident raised questions about audio and video release protocols.
- 5:49 PMBBC Sport — ECB to face no action over Stokes retirement video
"England will face no action from the International Cricket Council (ICC) over Ben Stokes' retirement video.
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