Overview
- A fact-finding investigation is under way after a social-media clip reportedly showed Ben Duckett intoxicated during England’s Noosa break.
- India Today reports the footage could not be independently verified, including when it was recorded.
- Managing director Rob Key said sanctioned breaks are acceptable but any excess will be examined, addressing claims the trip had a 'stag do' feel.
- Michael Vaughan, writing in the Telegraph, urged against moralising over days off and framed the issue as part of cricket’s longstanding drinking culture.
- The scrutiny comes with Australia 3–0 ahead and the Ashes retained, while Ben Stokes has stressed player well-being as Duckett struggles for runs.