New Delhi, June 9 -- Ben Stokes' position as England Test captain is under serious doubt. According to a report in ESPNCricinfo, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) are investigating Stokes and his England teammate Gus Atkinson for a nightclub incident that also involves players from the Saracens rugby club.

The rugby players were at the nightclub as part of their end-of-season celebrations.

"The ECB is currently investigating a breach of team protocols following the conclusion of the first Men's Test against New Zealand," the ECB said in a statement as per ESPNCricinfo.

"Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were present at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when the incident took place. We are currently seeking further info...