Stokes and Atkinson return for third Test after previous suspension
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:49 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Ben Stokes and Matthew Atkinson are set to return for the third Test after missing the second Test due to an ongoing investigation related to a nightclub incident. They had been allowed to play for their counties during this period. Their participation remains a significant point of interest as the Test series continues.
- •Stokes and Atkinson missed the second Test due to an investigation.
- •They represented their counties during this time.
- •The third Test is approaching as the investigation continues.
- 10:49 AMESPNcricinfo — Stokes, Atkinson set to return for third Test after Championship withdrawal
"They were allowed to represent their counties while investigations into the nightclub incident that led to their omission from the second Test remained ongoing
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