Brendon McCullum ‘worried’ for Ben Stokes after England captain dropped (opens original article in a new tab)

England captain Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were dropped from the second Test squad after curfew breaches, with coach Brendon McCullum expressing concern for Stokes' well-being and announcing Joe Root as temporary captain.

• Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were dropped from England's squad for the second Test against New Zealand after breaching curfew at a Chelsea nightclub.
• Brendon McCullum expressed concern for Stokes, stating it is too soon to discuss his future as captain and emphasizing support for his well-being.
• Joe Root will replace Stokes as captain for the second Test, with England set to debut Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker at The Oval.