England drop Carse after nightclub incident
England cricketer Brydon Carse has been removed from the squad for the second Test against Pakistan following an investigation into a nightclub incident where he was handcuffed by police. The ECB has referred the matter to the Cricket Regulator.
Why it matters
The incident reflects ongoing disciplinary challenges within the England cricket team and highlights the scrutiny professional athletes face regarding off-field conduct.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, Brydon Carse has not played for England since the winter's Ashes thrashing
Cricket Correspondent Published 24 August 2026, 15:08 BST Updated 6 minutes ago Pace bowler Brydon Carse has been removed from England's squad for the second Test against Pakistan amid an ongoing investigation into an incident that led to him being handcuffed by police.
Images that appeared on social media on Sunday showed Carse, 31, in handcuffs outside a bar in Derby on Saturday night.
It is understood he was not arrested, though the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has referred the incident to the Cricket Regulator.
The Regulator will investigate and, as a result, Carse has been removed from the squad and replaced by Sonny Baker.
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