Durham chief 'bemused' by doubts around Stokes (opens original article in a new tab)

Durham chief Tim Bostock says England Test captain Ben Stokes is 'absolutely fine' despite concerns about his 'state of mind' following a nightclub incident that led to his exclusion from the second Test against New Zealand. An investigation into the incident is ongoing, and Stokes is set to play for Durham against Northamptonshire.

• Durham chief Tim Bostock says Ben Stokes is 'absolutely fine' despite doubts about his 'state of mind' after a nightclub incident
• England coach Brendon McCullum expressed concern about Stokes but did not confirm his return as captain
• An investigation into the nightclub incident remains ongoing with no update expected soon
• Stokes is set to play for Durham against Northamptonshire despite the controversy