Joe Root captains England to dominant victory over Pakistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 3:23 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
England, led by Joe Root, secured a convincing innings and 103-run victory against Pakistan at Trent Bridge. Root's tactical captaincy helped the team dismiss Pakistan for 135 in fewer than two sessions, marking a successful return to leadership. The win brightened the mood, contrasting sharply with recent challenges faced by the ECB. Root emphasized a blend of traditional cricketing principles and aggressive play, setting a positive tone for the series ahead. The next match will take place at Lord's, with discussions on team adjustments already underway.
- •England dismiss Pakistan for 135 under two sessions
- •Victory achieved by innings and 103 runs
- •Joe Root emphasizes a blend of tactics and aggression
- •Next match set for Lord's
- •Root's captaincy addresses recent criticisms
- 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — Root delivers perfect riposte to captaincy doubters as England hammer Pakistan
"There was no attempt to be a Ben Stokes tribute act from Joe Root, just a measured captaincy performance very much in his own undemonstrative style.
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