Stokes included in England ODI squad

SYDNEY: England all-rounder Ben Stokes has been  included in England´s squad for their one-day series against Australia, with coach Trevor Bayliss bracing for "a circus" if he is cleared to play.

Stokes was banned from international cricket as British authorities probed his alleged involvement in a late-night fight outside a Bristol nightclub, and it remained in doubt whether he would play.

Batsman Alex Hales, who was caught up in the same fracas, was also named in the 16-man squad for the five-game series, starting in Melbourne on January 14.

Schedule:

1st ODI - Sunday, January 14, Melbourne Cricket Ground

2nd ODI - Friday, January 19, Gabba, Brisbane

3rd ODI - Sunday, January 21, Sydney Cricket Ground

4th ODI - Friday, January 26, Adelaide Oval

5th ODI - Sunday, January 28, Optus Stadium, Perth