England's Stokes faces Test axe after 'nightclub incident' probe
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a nightclub incident following a Test match win. The pair may face suspension, which would impact the team's lineup for the upcoming second Test against New Zealand.
Why it matters
The incident threatens to derail England's efforts to improve their team culture and image following previous disciplinary issues and poor performance.
It could be last orders for "Bazball" after English cricket authorities launched an investigation into a "nightclub incident" involving captain Ben Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson.
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