Joe Root captains England against Pakistan in ongoing match
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 2:21 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Joe Root is leading England as captain in a match against Pakistan on August 18, 2026. Pakistan is competing without their star player Babar Azam, adding pressure to their already tumultuous team dynamics. This contest marks a new phase for England as they transition from the Bazball era. The match details and updates continue to unfold.
- •Joe Root starts his second innings as captain of England.
- •Pakistan is missing key player Babar Azam.
- •The match is taking place on August 18, 2026.
- •The transition marks a shift for England post-Bazball.
- 2:21 PMESPNcricinfo — England enter post-Bazball era against forever-in-turmoil Pakistan
"Joe Root will start his second innings as captain while Pakistan will be without Babar Azam
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