England drop fast bowler Carse after nightclub incident

England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been removed from the Test squad for the upcoming match against Pakistan as an investigation begins into an incident outside a Derby nightclub. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed that the Cricket Regulator will examine footage that appeared to show the 31-year-old Durham player in handcuffs.

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Following a referral from the ECB, the Cricket Regulator has confirmed that they will investigate events on Saturday night in Derby.

While videos circulated widely on social media, reports suggest Carse was not formally arrested and no charges have been brought against him. Derbyshire Police stated that a man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly but was de-arrested shortly after agreeing to leave the area.

Carse, who did not feature in England's opening Test victory, will be replaced by Sonny Baker in the squad. This development comes amid ongoing scrutiny of player conduct, with the ECB having recently addressed concerns about a potential drinking culture within the team.

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Brydon Carse will no longer be available for selection for the second men's Test while this investigation is ongoing and the full facts are obtained.

The investigation into Carse's alleged misconduct adds to a recent history of off-field issues for the England cricket team. These include incidents involving other players and past controversies during international tours, highlighting persistent challenges in maintaining team discipline and public image.

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A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly in Derby city centre on Saturday night, 22 August. However, the man was de-arrested shortly afterwards, having agreed to leave the area.