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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 captains England against Pakistan in ongoing match
Summary

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.

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Key Details
  • •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.
Latest Updates
  • 2:21 PMESPNcricinfo — England enter post-Bazball era against forever-in-turmoil Pakistan
What they're saying
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Joe Root will start his second innings as captain while Pakistan will be without Babar Azam

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