Ben Stokes, Gus Atkinson investigated by ECB over 'nightclub' incident

England captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson are under ECB investigation for an alleged breach of team protocols after England’s 115-run win over New Zealand at Lord’s. The ECB confirmed it is reviewing an undisclosed incident occurring at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday and said both players could face disciplinary action and may be unavailable for the second Test at The Oval starting June 17. The board noted that a midnight curfew had been imposed after earlier controversies, and further details would follow alongside the squad announcement. Stokes described his desire to celebrate the win but emphasized that proceedings would be handled by the appropriate channels.