England’s Ben Stokes is being considered for a return in the third Test after fears he could have retired following an incident reported to have taken place in a Chelsea nightclub. Multiple reports say the relevant disciplinary regulator is expected to recommend a one-match ban, with the sanction applied retrospectively. That approach would mean Stokes could be available for selection for the series finale if the recommendation is accepted. The same reports indicate that another player, Zak Crawley’s England team-mate? (The sources name Jofra Archer? actually one says Atkinson)—James? Specifically, they state that, because of the retrospective nature of any one-match ban, both Stokes and Will Atkinson? (sources say Atkinson) could come into contention for the third Test. The information is presented as anticipated rather than confirmed, with the final outcome dependent on the regulator’s decision and any subsequent disciplinary process. The reports therefore frame the third Test selection picture as potentially improved for Stokes due to the expected length and timing of any suspension.