Joe Root, reinstated as England's Test captain, vows to retain elements of the Bazball blueprint while introducing his own distinct leadership style for a balanced team evolution.
Root has taken over from Ben Stokes (Image Source: X/@HomeOfCricket)
Aug 01, 2026
06:33 pm
What's the storyJoe Root, the newly reappointed England Test captain, has said he won't completely discard the 'Bazball' style of play.
The 35-year-old Yorkshireman took over after Ben Stokes's retirement and Stephen Fleming's appointment as head coach.
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