Stokes out of England squad, Root named captain

Ben Stokes was ruled out of England's second Test against New Zealand at The Oval this week due to an incident at a London nightclub. Joe Root has been appointed as the interim captain for the match. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed Stokes' absence on Tuesday, stating he would not be available for selection. The team management will provide further updates on Stokes' availability for future matches. This marks a significant change in leadership for the upcoming Test, with Root taking the helm in Stokes' stead. The incident occurred over the weekend, leading to the ECB's decision to withdraw the all-rounder from the squad.