Ben Stokes apologised to his England team-mates ahead of his return as captain for the third Test, following a curfew breach investigation after the first Test victory.
Stokes returns for third Test against New Zealand (Image Source: X/@englandcricket)
Jun 24, 2026
06:17 pm
What's the storyEngland cricket captain Ben Stokes has issued an apology to his teammates ahead of his return for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
The apology comes after an investigation into a breach of the team's midnight curfew and an incident at a London nightclub after England's victory in the series opener.
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