Joe Root returns as England Test captain ahead of Pakistan series
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 12:29 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Joe Root is set to resume his role as England's full-time Test captain four years after stepping down. His first challenge will be a three-match series against Pakistan. Root cites former coach Stephen Fleming as a significant influence in his decision to take on the captaincy again. Root's experience will be crucial as England prepares for the series, aiming to build on past successes.
- •Joe Root resumes Test captaincy for England after four years.
- •Root's first series as captain is against Pakistan.
- •Stephen Fleming influenced Root's decision to return.
- •England aims to strengthen their Test team dynamics under Root.
- 12:29 PMESPNcricinfo — Root: Fleming a 'big reason' I wanted captaincy again
"Joe Root returns to full-time Test captaincy after four years, and his first assignment is a three-match series against Pakistan
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