Joe Root leads England to 3-0 Test series sweep against Pakistan
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 12:22 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
England completed a 3-0 series sweep of Pakistan following an eight-wicket victory in the third Test at Edgbaston. Captain Joe Root, who scored 62 not out, and Jordan Cox, who finished unbeaten on 59, guided the team past the target after an early scare. The result caps a tumultuous summer for the England side, which saw the retirement of captain Ben Stokes and the departure of coach Brendon McCullum. Joe Root reclaimed the captaincy full-time following these organizational changes and a series defeat to New Zealand earlier this season. Incoming Test coach Stephen Fleming is expected to arrive in the country on Monday to begin consultations with Joe Root and interim coach Marcus Trescothick. The team now turns its attention to winter preparations, with focus shifting toward building a more stable culture for the long-term.
- •England secured a 3-0 series victory over Pakistan at Edgbaston.
- •Joe Root scored 62 not out and Jordan Cox added 59 to seal the win.
- •The summer included the retirement of Ben Stokes and the dismissal of coach Brendon McCullum.
- •New Test coach Stephen Fleming meets with team leadership starting this Monday.
- •Michael Vaughan noted the team remains a work in progress despite recent results.
- 12:22 PMYahoo Sports — ‘A very unusual summer’: England’s Ben Stokes retirement, McCullum exit, Carse controversy and Root’s return end in 3-0 Pakistan sweep
- 3:14 PMThe Guardian Sport — England in better shape after ‘coming through chaos’ of a torrid summer, says Joe Root
- 3:08 PMYahoo Sports — England in better place than start of summer - Root
- 3:04 PMBBC Sport — England in better place than start of summer - Root
"Captain in upbeat mood after emphatic win at Edgbaston ‘We’re in a better place than we were, definitely’ Joe Root said England have “come through the other side of the chaos” after a tumultuous summer ended in a 3-0 series sweep of Pakistan. Stephen Fleming, the new Test coach, is due to arrive in the country on Monday and has meetings scheduled with his captain, as well as the interim coach, Marcus Trescothick, as the team look to head into the winter in more settled style. Continue reading...
"England triumphed with a commanding 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, with returning captain Joe Root commending the team's ability to adapt amidst significant turmoil. The players showcased impressive resilience and execution, building on the foundation set by earlier coaches and leaders. This victory highlights their capacity to overcome challenges both on and off the field.
"Captain Joe Root says England are in a better place at the end of their tumultuous summer and is impressed by how they have handled the chaos.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 12:22 PM‘A very unusual summer’: England’s Ben Stokes retirement, McCullum exit, Carse controversy and Root’s return end in 3-0 Pakistan sweep
England triumphed with a commanding 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, with returning captain Joe Root commending the team's ability to adapt amidst significant turmoil. The players showcased impressive resilience and execution, building on the foundation set by earlier coaches and leaders. This victory highlights their capacity to overcome challenges both on and off the field.
- The Guardian SportSep 12, 2026, 3:14 PMEngland in better shape after ‘coming through chaos’ of a torrid summer, says Joe Root
Captain in upbeat mood after emphatic win at Edgbaston ‘We’re in a better place than we were, definitely’ Joe Root said England have “come through the other side of the chaos” after a tumultuous summer ended in a 3-0 series sweep of Pakistan. Stephen Fleming, the new Test coach, is due to arrive in the country on Monday and has meetings scheduled with his captain, as well as the interim coach, Marcus Trescothick, as the team look to head into the winter in more settled style. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 3:08 PMEngland in better place than start of summer - Root
Captain Joe Root says England are in a better place at the end of their tumultuous summer and is impressed by how they have handled the chaos.
- BBC SportSep 12, 2026, 3:04 PMEngland in better place than start of summer - Root
Captain Joe Root says England are in a better place at the end of their tumultuous summer and is impressed by how they have handled the chaos.
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