Ben Stokes expected to return for England in third Test against New Zealand
England cricket captain Ben Stokes is expected to return for the third Test against New Zealand following an investigation into a nightclub incident. The ECB is currently finalizing the review process regarding his conduct and captaincy status.
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The conduct of high-profile athletes and their leadership roles in national sports teams often carries significant public and media interest.
England captain Ben Stokes was left out of the side for the second Test against New Zealand but is in line to return for the third Test on June 25; watch the second Test of the England vs New Zealand series live on Sky Sports
The article reports on the status of a sports figure and an ongoing investigation without taking a side on the disciplinary outcome.
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