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Joe Root Set to Return as England Test Captain

The ECB views Root's likely reappointment as a short-term stabiliser while it continues the search for a permanent red-ball coach.

Joe Root is the favourite to replace Ben Stokes (Photo: Getty)
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Overview

  • Multiple outlets report that Joe Root is expected to be named England’s Test captain for the three-match Pakistan series starting on August 19.
  • Root previously led England from 2017–2022 and has been asked to return quickly after Ben Stokes’ recent retirement created the vacancy.
  • Marcus Trescothick is the leading candidate to serve as interim Test coach for the Pakistan series while the ECB runs a wider recruitment process.
  • The board’s plan is intended to allow Harry Brook to remain focused on his white-ball captaincy and World Cup preparation rather than take on all-format leadership.
  • The appointment would be a short-term fix ahead of a heavy Test schedule that includes tours to South Africa and Bangladesh and the home Ashes in 2027.