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The Guardian // Sport

‘It’s not acceptable’: Brook admits he’s lucky to be captain after bouncer altercation

Wednesday 21st January 2026, 7:30AM

England cricketer working to regain players’ trustBrook denies that team have a drinking cultureHarry Brook has admitted he is fortunate to still be England’s white-ball captain after clashing with a nightclub bouncer the night before a one-day international against New Zealand, adding that he has “work to do to try and regain the trust of the players”.As reported in the Telegraph this month, Brook was in an altercation on the eve of England’s third ODI on the tour of New Zealand which led into the Ashes. Overseeing his first away series as the side’s limited-overs captain, Brook reported the incident to team management before receiving a fine reportedly close to £30,000 while keeping his job. Continue reading...

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