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Brook and Bethell warned over New Zealand nightclub altercation
England white-ball captain Harry Brook and all-rounder Jacob Bethell accepted breaches of conduct over a late 2025 nightclub altercation in Wellington and received warnings from the independent Cricket Regulator, while teammate Josh Tongue will not be sanctioned.
Apr 1st 2026 ยท United Kingdom
Insights
- The independent Cricket Regulator warned Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell for breaching professional conduct rules.
- Brook admitted he lied about being alone to protect teammates.
- The incident occurred in Wellington, New Zealand late last year after being denied nightclub entry.
- Teammate Josh Tongue was present but will face no further action.
Sources
- Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell cautioned over conduct on New Zealand tour www.independent.co.uk
- England cricketers learn fate after nightclub incident during New Zealand tour www.independent.co.uk
- England's Brook, Bethell let off with warning over NZ nightclub altercation www.channelnewsasia.com
- England's Brook, Bethell let off with warning over NZ nightclub altercation www.straitstimes.com
- Brook and Bethell cautioned over conduct on NZ tour www.bbc.com
- England cricketers let off with warning over NZ nightclub altercation www.abc.net.au