Joe Root, now 35, resumes England Test captaincy in 2026, rekindling a role he once left behind due to its toll on his well-being.
Root led England to more Test wins than any other captain (Image Source: X/@cricketcomau)
Jul 31, 2026
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What's the storyJoe Root has been reappointed as the captain of England's Test team.
The move comes after a four-year gap since he stepped down from the role in 2022 due to "a very unhealthy relationship" with it.
Joe Root returns as England Test captain, succeeding Ben Stokes, while Stephen Fleming replaces Brendon McCullum as head coach…
Joe Root last captained England in Test cricket during the 2022 West Indies series, stepping down after a challenging campaign…
Joe Root is poised for a second stint as England's Test captain, succeeding Ben Stokes, with his tenure likely extending through…
England reappoints Joe Root as test captain and names Stephen Fleming as head coach following recent leadership changes.
Fleming replaces Kiwi compatriot Brendon McCullum while Root returns in his second stint as permanent Test captain
July 30 : England named Joe Root as test captain and appointed former New Zealand batter Stephen Fleming as head coach on…
England reappoint Root as test captain, name New Zealander Fleming as coach
