Joe Root begins his second stint as England's Test captain, calling on players to be 'good role models and human beings' after a tumultuous summer, ahead of the first Test against Pakistan.
Harry Brook reflects on missing out on England's Test captaincy to Joe Root, his growth through challenges like the Wellington nightclub incident, and his ongoing development as a batsman and potential future captain.
England head coach Brendon McCullum supports Joe Root's reappointment as Test captain following Ben Stokes' retirement, while praising new red-ball coach Stephen Fleming and backing Harry Brook as a future leader.
The ECB appointed Joe Root as England's Test captain following Ben Stokes' retirement, bypassing white-ball captain Harry Brook to prevent format overload.
Former England white-ball coach Brendon McCullum has backed Harry Brook to become Test captain in the future, following Joe Root's reappointment after Ben Stokes' retirement.
Ben Stokes aims to coach England after retirement, surprised by Joe Root's Test captaincy appointment over Harry Brook, and denies returning for 2027 Ashes.
Joe Root is set to return as England's Test captain, four years after stepping down, stating he is in a "very different place" personally and for the team. His decision was influenced by the appointment of incoming head coach Stephen Fleming, as they aim to rebuild after recent series defeats.
Joe Root has been reappointed as England's Test captain, succeeding Ben Stokes. Root, who previously led the team for five years until 2022, expressed excitement and confidence, drawing on his past leadership experience. He will begin his second stint against Pakistan on August 19.
Joe Root is reportedly set to return as England's Test captain, starting with the Pakistan series in August and likely extending through next summer's home Ashes against Australia, following Ben Stokes' retirement and Brendon McCullum's departure as Test coach.
Ben Stokes reignited retirement speculation with a cryptic social media post after reports emerged that the ICC is investigating the ECB over footage of his retirement announcement. Stokes posted "Sack him..." on a report about the ICC's allegations.
Ben Stokes reignited retirement speculation with a cryptic social media post after reports emerged of an ICC investigation into the ECB over footage of his announcement. Stokes posted "Sack him..." on a report about the ICC's allegations.
Ben Stokes reignited retirement speculation with a cryptic "Sack him..." social media post after reports emerged of an ICC investigation into the ECB over footage of his retirement announcement. The ICC alleges the ECB breached broadcasting standards by releasing dressing room footage before the match concluded.
Shreyas Iyer's sister, Shresta Iyer, defended his captaincy after India's heavy T20I loss to England. She urged fans to be patient, citing legends who also lost matches, and expressed confidence in his future as a great Indian captain.
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Following Ben Stokes' retirement from international cricket, Harry Brook is the leading candidate to become England's next Test captain. Brook expressed his honor and privilege at the prospect, calling Test cricket the pinnacle of the game. He also supported the decision to appoint Joe Root as captain for the second Test against New Zealand.
Harry Brook has expressed his readiness to take on the vacant England Test captaincy, stating it would be a "great honour" and a "dream" to lead the team. He is open to uniting the captaincy across all formats, a role last held briefly by Andrew Strauss in 2009. Brook, who currently captains England's white-ball teams, is committed to playing for England and is known for his fearless, attacking style.
Harry Brook has stated he would accept the England Test captaincy if offered and believes it's possible to lead the country in all three formats of cricket. Ben Stokes, the outgoing Test captain, has endorsed Brook as his successor. Brook, who is already the white-ball captain, acknowledged the demanding schedule but suggested his lack of franchise cricket involvement would allow focus on fitness and captaincy duties.
Ben Stokes has publicly endorsed Harry Brook as his successor to lead England's Test cricket team. Despite Brook not captaining in a recent Test, Stokes believes he is the natural choice due to his vice-captaincy and influence, backing him fully.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes, 35, has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, midway through the decisive third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.
Joe Root's captaincy record now includes the second-most defeats as a Test skipper, with England's loss to New Zealand at The Oval being his 27th. Despite this, his loss percentage is higher than those with more defeats.
Joe Root's 27th Test defeat as captain, a 253-run loss to New Zealand at The Oval, places him level with Stephen Fleming for the second-most losses. Root's 40.91% loss rate is notably higher than Fleming's and Graeme Smith's.
An inquiry into Brendon McCullum's coaching tenure with England, questioning his suitability six months after his expected departure. The article contrasts his current team's struggles with past controversies in New Zealand cricket involving McCullum and Ross Taylor, suggesting a ruthless political streak beneath his "happy-go-lucky" image.
Durham chief executive Tim Bostock stated that Ben Stokes is "absolutely fine" amid doubts about his "state of mind" following a nightclub incident. Stokes was dropped from England's squad for the second Test against New Zealand after breaking curfew.
Durham CEO Tim Bostock expressed bewilderment over concerns about Ben Stokes' mental state following a nightclub incident. Stokes, who was dropped for England's second Test due to a curfew breach, is reportedly "absolutely fine" and positive, according to Bostock. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
