England, Joe Root and Pakistan
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Joe Root pointed to a possible change in the Dukes ball as one reason for the unusual movement and the struggles batters have faced in the series.
Joe Root has dismissed concerns over his batting technique amid a recent trend of being dismissed LBW.
Joe Root has made history by scoring the most Test runs for England, eclipsing Ricky Ponting's record in a thrilling match against Pakistan. This landmark not only highlights Root's outstanding performance in his home Tests but also sets him on the path to chase Sachin Tendulkar's overall record as England triumphs in the series at Lord's.
Joe Root is now the highest run-scorer in Test cricket at home. Check his 7,594 runs in England, home Test stats and comparison with Ricky Ponting and Sachin Tendulkar.
Joe Root breaks Ricky Ponting's record to achieve yet another massive feat in Tests.
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England appoint Root and Fleming as Test cricket captain and coach
England confirm Joe Root to return as Test captain, while Stephen Fleming replaces Brendon McCullum as coach.
Joe Root has attributed his unusually high number of LBW dismissals this summer to what he believes is a reinforced seam on the current batch of Dukes cricket balls.
Explore the tactical breakdown of why Mohammad Abbas and gentle medium pace continue to trouble the England captain with the moving red ball.