Root returns as England captain amidst uncertainty over Stokes
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:38 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Joe Root has been reinstated as England's cricket captain as of June 16, 2026. This follows the uncertainty surrounding Ben Stokes' potential return to the role after he originally stepped down in 2022. Root's comeback indicates a pivotal moment for the team as it navigates leadership challenges. The cricket community is watching closely to see how this change impacts England's performance in upcoming matches.
- •Joe Root reclaims captaincy for the England cricket team.
- •Ben Stokes' future as captain remains uncertain.
- •Root previously stepped down from the role in 2022.
- •England faces imminent matches that will test this leadership change.
- •This decision follows ongoing discussions about team leadership.
- 3:38 PMESPNcricinfo — Root stops the England captaincy gap ... but for how long?
"Former captain returns to role he relinquished in 2022, with Stokes' return to the job far from certain
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