Root emphasizes good role models as England prepares for Pakistan Test
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:18 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Joe Root has called on England players to embody positive role models as they begin their Test series against Pakistan at Headingley on Wednesday. This marks the start of Root's second tenure as captain, following Ben Stokes' unexpected retirement and Brendon McCullum's dismissal after a tumultuous summer filled with off-field issues. England's recent history has been marred by disciplinary problems and a series of poor performances, prompting Root to advocate for stronger representation of the team on and off the field. The new coaching staff includes interim leadership from Marcus Trescothick, while Stephen Fleming will take over as head coach.
- •Root seeks to instill positive values in the team.
- •England faces off against Pakistan in a Test series starting Wednesday.
- •Stokes retired following a chaotic summer for the team.
- •McCullum was sacked after only two wins in ten Tests.
- •Trescothick leads the team as interim coach for the series.
- 1:18 PMYahoo Sports — Root calls on England to be 'good human beings'
- 1:18 PMBBC Sport — Root calls on England to be 'good human beings'
"Joe Root calls on his England players to be "really good role models and human beings" at the start of his second reign as Test captain.
"Joe Root calls on his England players to be "really good role models and human beings" at the start of his second reign as Test captain.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 1:18 PMRoot calls on England to be 'good human beings'
Joe Root calls on his England players to be "really good role models and human beings" at the start of his second reign as Test captain.
- BBC SportAug 18, 2026, 1:18 PMRoot calls on England to be 'good human beings'
Joe Root calls on his England players to be "really good role models and human beings" at the start of his second reign as Test captain.
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