Stokes and Atkinson return to England squad after nightclub incident
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson have been reinstated to the England squad following an investigation by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) into a nightclub incident. The ECB's decision comes after both players received written warnings as part of the disciplinary process. Their return aims to strengthen the team ahead of upcoming matches. This development signals a move towards reinstating experienced players after addressing off-field issues.
- •Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson cleared to return to the squad.
- •ECB launched an investigation into a nightclub incident.
- •Both players received written warnings from the ECB.
- •The decision aims to bolster the team's competitive edge.
- •England is preparing for vital matches ahead.
- 3:34 PMESPNcricinfo — Stokes, Atkinson back in England squad after written warnings; Baker, Rew dropped
"Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson cleared to return after ECB investigation into nightclub incident
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- ICC Champions Trophy•Jun 21, 2026, 4:19 PMJasprit Bumrah returns for England ODIs: How many 50-over assignments has he missed since 2023 World Cup?
Cricket•Jun 21, 2026, 4:17 PMMahidul Islam replaces injured Litton Das for Zimbabwe Test
Cricket•Jun 21, 2026, 4:14 PMJack fells Sussex as Hampshire claim vital victory- ICC T20 World Cup•Jun 21, 2026, 3:42 PMWest Indies get past Sri Lanka to set up unbeaten T20 World Cup clash with England
- Cricket•Jun 21, 2026, 3:32 PM'Absolutely makes zero sense': Ex-India pacer blasts Gautam Gambhir-led team management
- Cricket•Jun 21, 2026, 3:28 PMIndia in Ireland & England 2026
