Root’s Return Overshadowed by Carse Scandal | Pakistan News

Pakistan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Joe Root’s return to captaincy sparked a thrilling win over Pakistan — but the celebration was short-lived as fast bowler Brydon Carse was pulled from the squad after being arrested outside a nightclub. This latest off-field scandal follows a troubling pattern of alcohol-related incidents since England’s grueling tour of New Zealand and Australia, including Brook’s bouncer brawl and Duckett’s wild night out. Root insists it’s not about one mistake, but repeated avoidable errors that undermine team culture. He’s ditched the player curfew he introduced last year, opting instead for direct…