Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are being investigated by the England and Wales Cricket Board for a “breach of team protocols” following the first Test win over New Zealand.

The ECB confirmed in a statement that Durham all-rounder Stokes and Surrey bowler Atkinson “were in a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when an incident took place”.

The ECB added: “We are currently seeking further information, and an announcement regarding the squad for the second Test will be made in due course.

"The Cricket Regulator has been informed and we will provide a further update when possible.”

England's Ben Stokes speaks with Gus Atkinson. The England and Wales Cricket Board has announced it is investigating "a breach of team protocols" following the first Test against New Zealand. Its statement continued: "Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were present at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when an incident took place.". (Picture: Robbie Stephenson/PA Wire)

placeholder image — England's Ben Stokes speaks with Gus Atkinson. The England and Wales Cricket Board has announced it is investigating "a breach of team protocols" following the first Test against New Zealand. Its statement continued: "Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson were present at a nightclub in the early hours of Monday morning when an incident took place.". (Picture: Robbie Stephenson/PA Wire)

England wrapped up a 115-run win over the Black Caps at Lord’s on Sunday in their first Test since their Ashes humiliation.

England captain Stokes steered his side to victory, despite expressing frustration over the standard of the Lord’s pitch, while Atkinson did much of the damage with second-innings figures of 5-30.

The news comes after a troubled Ashes tour in which England’s behaviour off the field was under the microscope.

Meanwhile, England are facing a selection dilemma over Jofra Archer’s return, with head coach Brendon McCullum expecting the seamer to be back in contention for next week’s second Test.

Archer was rested for the opener at Lord’s after playing a full part in the Indian Premier League, taking a break at his Barbados home while his team-mates kicked off their international summer.

Exaggerated bowler-friendly conditions allowed England’s seam attack to make hay, Ollie Robinson and Atkinson taking seven wickets each and Josh Tongue claiming five to pick up where he left off in the Ashes.

Dropping any of the trio to make way for Archer would seem harsh, but he has long been seen as an automatic pick when fit and available.

Spinner Shoaib Bashir did not get a single over at the home of cricket but, with a better batting surface expected at the Kia Oval, a specialist slow bowler could be required.

Archer is due back in England this week and could to be added to the squad before being assessed when the side begins training on Sunday.