Overview
- Derbyshire Police confirmed on Friday that the alleged-assault investigation linked to Carse's late‑August nightclub arrest has been closed with no further action.
- An independent Cricket Regulator is still investigating the incident and will determine any sporting sanction or conditions for a return to international duty.
- The England and Wales Cricket Board says Carse remains available for selection but he has been omitted from recent England squads as management prefer he take time away.
- Team leaders have urged a pause: captain Harry Brook and white‑ball head coach Brendon McCullum have said Carse needs time to address off‑field issues before any comeback.
- Carse has continued to bowl well for Durham and was England's top wicket‑taker in the last Ashes, which leaves selectors weighing form against the regulator’s findings when considering a recall.