Cricket
Ben Stokes’ farewell, meant to be a touching moment, has taken a twist as the ECB now faces questions from the ICC.
The ECB posted an emotional video of Stokes speaking to teammates after his retirement, but the timing of its release raised questions.
The ICC contacted the ECB because the video was shared before the Test match ended, raising concerns about possible rule violations.
ICC rules say dressing-room videos can’t be recorded or shared during matches to protect team privacy.
Even after announcing his retirement, Stokes kept giving his best on the field and took a wicket after the news came out.
The incident has raised questions about whether the board followed proper rules before sharing the emotional behind-the-scenes video.
Ben Stokes’ farewell has become a major cricket talking point because of the off-field controversy.