Overview
- Brook said he was punched by a bouncer while trying to enter a Wellington nightclub the night before the third ODI and reported the incident to team management during the match.
- He confirmed he was fined around £30,000 and issued a final warning, with the disciplinary process concluded before the Ashes.
- The white-ball captain apologised, said fans have every right to be annoyed, and acknowledged he must regain the trust of teammates.
- He feared he might be sacked but did not consider resigning, and he rejected claims of a drinking culture as Ben Stokes offered guidance despite his displeasure.
- Now leading England in Colombo, Brook said a group decision introduced a midnight curfew, while the ECB conducts a review that includes player behaviour.