Joe Root equals unwanted record after England's crushing defeat to New Zealand

Joe Root's batting prowess shone at The Oval, but England's heavy defeat to New Zealand saw him equal Stephen Fleming's record for most Test captaincy losses with 27. Despite a strong performance from Root,
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Joe Root joins Sachin Tendulkar in 14,000 club but milestone cannot mask England gloom

RICHARD GIBSON AT THE OVAL: In deputising for Ben Stokes at the Oval this week, Joe Root extended his record number of appearances as England captain.
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Chris Woakes ‘all in’ and will bat with dislocated shoulder if needed – Joe Root

Chris Woakes stands ready to bat with a dislocated shoulder and "put his body on the line" for England, with Joe Root confident the hosts will apply the finishing touches to a nail-biting series decider against India. For the fifth Test in a row, the game ...
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Joe Root hits 33rd test century for England with 143 to punish Sri Lanka in second test at Lord's

LONDON (AP) — Joe Root joined Alastair Cook on a record 33 test centuries for England by hitting 143 to anchor his team's recovery to 358-7 on Day 1 of the second test against Sri Lanka at Lord's on Thursday. An injudicious scoop shot that brought an end ...