The questions facing England after awful fortnight (opens original article in a new tab)

England cricket faces ongoing controversies and leadership questions following a difficult fortnight, with Ben Stokes set to return for the third Test against New Zealand.

• Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson cleared of nightclub incident but controversy lingers
• Brendon McCullum expresses concern for Stokes but remains neutral on his future
• Curfew breach details unclear with conflicting statements from ECB and coach
• Stokes' return expected to strengthen England's team for third Test against New Zealand
• ECB leadership faces pressure amid ongoing controversies and poor performance