Ben Stokes likely to lead England in third Test following as nightclub episode anger cools down | CricTracker

Ben Stokes is likely to captain England in the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge after investigations into a nightclub curfew breach cool down. Stokes and teammate Gus Atkinson were involved in a late-night altercation following England's victory at Lord's in the first Test, breaching the team's curfew. The ECB has interviewed the pair, with a report due before the second Test. Stokes is set to feature for Durham in a County Championship clash against Northamptonshire at Chester-le-Street, while Joe Root captained the second Test at The Oval. The governing body has not confirmed his captaincy status, citing his mental well-being.