England cricketers learn fate after nightclub incident during New Zealand tour

2 Apr 2026 • 12:50 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • England cricketers Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell have been issued a Caution Notice by the Cricket Regulator for their conduct during the tour of New Zealand last year.
  • The caution relates to an incident on a night out in Wellington before the third One Day International in October, where Brook was involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer.
  • Both players admitted to breaching regulations, leading to the formal caution, but no further punishment will be imposed.
  • Josh Tongue, who was also under investigation, will face no further action regarding the incident.
  • Brook has since apologised for his actions and for initially stating he was alone, acknowledging that teammates were present.

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