Rob Key refuses to rule out stripping Ben Stokes of England captaincy

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleStokes has plenty to ponder when England take on New Zealand without him next week (Ben Whitley/PA) (PA Wire)England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been dropped from the squad for the upcoming Test against New Zealand at The Oval after breaching a midnight curfew. The incident involved a confrontation with Saracens rugby player Totoa Auvaa, which is now subject to an England and Wales Cricket Board investigation and has been referred to the Cricket Regulator. Rob Key, managing director of men’s cricket at the ECB, stated that “no rash decisions” would be made regarding Stokes' captaincy but did not rule out stripping him of the role. Key expressed his disillusionment and is considering imposing an outright alcohol ban on the England squad, believing players need to regain public trust. Joe Root will temporarily lead the team for the New Zealand Test, with vice-captain Harry Brook overlooked due to a previous disciplinary issue and the magnitude of the role. In fullRob Key considers England alcohol ban as he breaks silence on Ben Stokes nightclub incidentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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