# Joe Root Returns as England Test Captain

- Topic: cricket
- Source: Sky Sports
- Published: 2026-08-01
- Original: https://www.skysports.com/cricket/news/12040/13568990/joe-root-england-test-captain-says-he-will-not-rip-up-bazball-blueprint-but-his-leadership-will-be-different
- Language: en
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Joe Root has been reappointed as England's Test captain, replacing Ben Stokes. Root aims to build on the 'Bazball' era while evolving the team's style. He will work with new coach Stephen Fleming to reignite English Test cricket.

## Key takeaways

- Joe Root returns as England Test captain after Ben Stokes' retirement.
- Root aims to build on the 'Bazball' era while evolving the team's style.
- He will work with new coach Stephen Fleming to reignite English Test cricket.

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