After handcuff footage, ECB takes big call on Carse before Pakistan 2nd Test

England has removed fast bowler Brydon Carse from their squad for the upcoming second Test against Pakistan following the emergence of social media footage showing him in handcuffs outside a Derby nightclub on Saturday night. The incident has sparked an investigation by the Cricket Regulator, with the ECB confirming that Carse will not be available for selection during this period.

The footage shows Carse being led away in handcuffs by police after the incident, which occurred while he was celebrating Durham's County Championship victory over Derbyshire. He was reportedly not arrested but was released without charge. In the video, Carse is seen speaking to Durham teammate Matthew Potts, with former England captain Ben Stokes also visible in the background.

This is a significant blow to England’s preparations for the Test series, as Carse had been included in the squad for the opening two Tests against Pakistan before being released to return to Durham for their County Championship duties. The latest disciplinary concern surrounding England’s players adds to previous investigations involving fellow fast bowler Gus Atkinson and captain Joe Root, who recently lifted the midnight curfew imposed during England’s tours of New Zealand and Australia.

The situation remains fluid, with Carse’s availability for England’s upcoming matches still uncertain pending the outcome of the Cricket Regulator’s investigation.