Jan 21, 2021
England include Archer, Stokes in squad for first two Tests against India
Amidst the player shuffle due to the recent series in Sri Lanka, a total of seven reserves will travel to the Indian subcontinent.
Joe Root
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Jan 13, 2021
Three most memorable Sri Lanka vs England Test match finishes
The Sri Lanka – England rivalry has produced some of the most brilliant moments in Test cricket, which will be cherished by the neutrals forever.
Nov 7, 2020
Four world-class players we never got to see in the Indian T20 League
When fans tune in to the Indian T20 League, they expect to see the best cricketers in action. However, these four accomplished players were never amon...
Sep 14, 2020
England vs Australia third ODI: Players to watch out for
England’s best batsman is hunting for some form while Australia is looking for consistency from their young stars.
Aug 18, 2020
Root suggests ICC review bad light protocols after ‘frustrating’ second Test
Joe Root feels the issue doesn’t lie just with the ground staff and umpires but needs a looking-at by higher-ups in the chain.
Aug 4, 2020
Players to watch during England’s first Test against Pakistan
As we approach the first Test between England and Pakistan, we look at some key players worth keeping an eye on.
Jul 29, 2020
Root happy with England bowling dilemma as Pakistan await
“Long may those headaches continue,” said Root about the plethora of talent to choose from in the England squad.
Jul 21, 2020
England in the presence of Stokes’ ‘greatness’, says Root
Stokes’ batting alone would have justified the man-of-the-match award he duly received, but he then proved his worth with the ball as well.
Jul 15, 2020
Players to watch out for in England’s second Test against the Windies
With the second Test between England and West Indies just around the corner, we have a look at some of the key players who can make a difference in th...
Jul 15, 2020
Joe Root returns as West Indies eye series win
Root has now rejoined the squad, with West Indies needing just one win from the two remaining Tests to clinch a first series win in England for 32 yea...
Jul 12, 2020
Five highest 10th wicket partnerships in Tests
On the anniversary of Joe Root and James Anderson’s infamous 10th wicket stand against India, we look at five highest 10th wicket partnership in Test...
Jul 7, 2020
Stokes to follow Root advice and captain England ‘his way’
Joe Root left a message on Ben Stokes’ hanger which said ‘Do it your way’.
Jul 4, 2020
England name squad for first Test against the West Indies
All-rounder Ben Stokes is poised to become the England men’s Test cricket team’s 81st captain.
Jun 30, 2020
England captain Root to miss first West Indies Test
Root will leave the training camp at the Ageas Bowl on Wednesday to be with his wife Carrie, who is expecting the couple’s second child later this wee...
Jun 30, 2020
Stokes ‘proud’ as England captaincy looms into view
The powerful all-rounder said he would accept the “huge honour” if it came his way.
Jun 19, 2020
I just want to move on, says Shannon Gabriel after Root row
In 2019, Gabriel received a four-match ban after asking Root “do you like boys?” during the third Test in St Lucia, with Root replying: “There’s nothi...
Jun 8, 2020
Stokes does not need extra captaincy pressure, says Pietersen
Former England skipper Kevin Pietersen is wary about the all-rounder assuming even more responsibility.
Jun 3, 2020
Stokes can be England’s ‘captain fantastic’, says Root
Root believes Ben Stokes would make a “fantastic captain” if he has to hand over the reins when he becomes a father again.
May 8, 2020
Root ‘very optimistic’ England will play home Tests despite virus
With Britain currently in lockdown because of the coronavirus, a three-Test series against the West Indies scheduled for June has been postponed
Apr 4, 2020
Joe Root trying to make most of enforced break
Root’s responsibilities as Test captain are still continuing as he checks on the health and well-being of his squad.
Mar 31, 2020
Australian documentary ‘motivates’ England skipper Root for Ashes
“It’s been a good motivator to get back and train, get back on the bike, use it as a way of incentivising myself,” says Root
Jan 5, 2020
The pros and cons of having four-day Tests
At the moment, the cons outweigh the pros.
Dec 30, 2019
That’s odd: New Year, new resolutions, bigger matches, closer contests
South Africa, England, Australia and New Zealand resume Test battles while India and Sri Lanka go head to head in T20Is.
Dec 3, 2019
Why Joe Root should not be considered part of the big four in Tests
Root’s 226 broke his three-figure drought but he needs far more of those to get back into the big four debate