Joe Root praised for calmness in England's Test win over Pakistan
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Joe Root's return as England's Test captain received praise from interim coach Marcus Trescothick following a decisive win against Pakistan at Headingley. Root led the team to victory by an innings and 103 runs, marking a successful start to his second captaincy stint. This triumph follows recent turbulence for England, which included an Ashes defeat and the resignations of Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum. Trescothick emphasized the importance of a balanced strategy and Root's calming influence on the players. Ahead of an upcoming series against South Africa, new coach Stephen Fleming will not take charge until the winter, leaving Trescothick to guide the team temporarily.
- •Joe Root's captaincy led to an innings and 103-run victory.
- •England's approach was measured compared to the previous regime.
- •Stephen Fleming to take over as head coach later this year.
- •Trescothick aims for clarity in team strategies.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — 'We're not Brendon and Ben' - Root's calmness praised
- 11:00 AMBBC Sport — 'We're not Brendon and Ben' - Root's calmness praised
"Joe Root is praised for his calmness on his return as captain by interim coach Marcus Trescothick, who says the pair "are not" Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.
"Joe Root is praised for his calmness on his return as captain by interim coach Marcus Trescothick, who says the pair "are not" Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:00 AM'We're not Brendon and Ben' - Root's calmness praised
Joe Root is praised for his calmness on his return as captain by interim coach Marcus Trescothick, who says the pair "are not" Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.
- BBC SportAug 22, 2026, 11:00 AM'We're not Brendon and Ben' - Root's calmness praised
Joe Root is praised for his calmness on his return as captain by interim coach Marcus Trescothick, who says the pair "are not" Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.
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