Ben Stokes has been dropped after a nightclub incident, with Joe Root returning as interim captain for the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval.
Joe Root will lead England in Stokes's absence (Image Source: X/@root66)
Jun 11, 2026
02:46 am
What's the storyBen Stokes was dropped from England's squad for the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval.
Joe Root will lead the team in Stokes's absence.
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The Test captain reportedly considered quitting England duty after a nightclub incident this week
