Jamie George condemns teammate Totoa Auvaa's actions in a London nightclub incident involving England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, calling the behavior 'unacceptable' but describing Auvaa as 'a good kid' in need of guidance.
England rugby captain Jamie George criticized Saracens teammate Totoa Auvaa's "unacceptable" conduct after a London nightclub incident involving England cricket captain Ben Stokes and bowler Gus Atkinson. Saracens found Auvaa's involvement regrettable but remained supportive, while the ECB cleared Stokes and Atkinson of violent conduct.
Saracens academy player Totoa Auvaa will not face disciplinary action for punching an ECB security guard, despite the incident involving England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. The RFU considers it an employment matter, while the ECB expressed bemusement.
Saracens academy player Totoa Auvaa will not face sanctions following a nightclub incident involving England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. While Stokes and Atkinson were disciplined by the ECB for breaching curfew, Saracens completed their own investigation and found no case against Auvaa, criticizing the ECB for their process.
England coach Brendon McCullum voiced deep concern for captain Ben Stokes' wellbeing after Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached a curfew. McCullum prioritized Stokes' welfare over disciplinary matters, stating his primary focus is supporting the player.
England coach Brendon McCullum voiced deep concern for captain Ben Stokes' wellbeing after Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached a midnight curfew. McCullum prioritized support for Stokes over disciplinary matters, focusing on his welfare amid an internal investigation.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann has criticized the ECB's midnight curfew on players, calling it "ridiculous" and a focus on "optics over realities." He believes captain Ben Stokes was unfairly targeted after a nightclub incident post-Test win, arguing that professional cricketers should be trusted to celebrate responsibly.
