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...
Joe Root
114 articles tagged with "Joe Root"
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
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 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 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
Dec 3, 2019
Mitchell Starc, Joe Root opt out of Indian T20 league auctions
Starc last played in the league in 2015 while Root has never been part of it
Nov 20, 2019
Root buries Ashes agony, seeks redemption against New Zealand
Joe Root looks to start afresh with a competitive series against New Zealand.
Nov 19, 2019
New Zealand, England put cricket rivalry to the Test
England have edged out the Kiwis in close encounters through the year and they will be looking for some revenge
Oct 4, 2019
Stokes signed by Leeds as the 100-ball League launched
The 100-ball League is a franchise-based tournament which will see both the teams playing hundred balls each in a match.
Sep 20, 2019
England need to look at balance between Tests and ODIs, says Giles
Director of cricket Ashley Giles talks about England’s new head coach, players’ renewed contracts and future plans of the team
Sep 17, 2019
Stokes and Archer promise bright England Test future
After their triumph in the ICC World Cup 2019, England are looking ahead for success in the five-day format with players like Ben Stokes and Jofra Arc...
Sep 16, 2019
England win fifth Test to square Ashes series
Matthew Wade provided brave resistance on the fourth day by scoring 117 but fell short of support from fellow batsmen.
Sep 16, 2019
Root plots Ashes success Down Under after series draw
England captain Joe Root is ‘desperate to take his team forward’ and hoping to do ‘something special’ when they go down under.
Sep 12, 2019
England’s year a success despite missing out on Ashes, says Root
England will be looking to square the series after they failed to regain the Ashes as Test Championship points are at stake.