England rein in boozy cricketers with alcohol ban, midnight curfew
England cricketers face a new alcohol ban and midnight curfew following off-field incidents, including a bouncer punching player Harry Brook hours before a match. The updated policy aims to protect player performance, stating no alcohol should be consumed before and after matches. The rule reflects a significant culture shift in English cricket traditionally marked by post-match celebrations.
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Published 10 Jul 2026, 09:59 UTC · Updated 10 Jul 2026, 10:00 UTC
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