ICC contacts ECB over breach in Stokes retirement video

The International Cricket Council has contacted the England and Wales Cricket Board regarding the public release of a video showing Ben Stokes announcing his retirement to teammates during a Test match last month, alleging a breach of protocol. The footage, recorded in the England dressing room at Trent Bridge, was shared on social media and with broadcasters midway through the fourth day of the third Test against New Zealand.

According to reports, the ICC has sent a formal letter to the ECB stating that the timing of the video's publication contravenes its standards for Players and Match Officials Areas. Article 2.2.11 of these PMOA minimum standards stipulates that national federations should ensure no recording equipment is set up in dressing rooms for broadcasting purposes. The global governing body alleges the ECB breached this provision by recording and releasing footage with audio before the conclusion of the match. The ICC had previously informed the board that any dressing room footage must not include audio or be released before play finishes.

Stokes, the former England captain, informed his teammates of his decision to retire from international cricket at the end of...