'In emergency, break glass' - England seek stability in Root

BBC News Wednesday 10 June 2026, 17:20 UTC 1 min read

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BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt explains why England turned to Joe Root to replace Ben Stokes as interim Test captain.

England (LOCATION) Stephan Shemilt (PERSON) Joe Root (PERSON) Ben Stokes (PERSON)

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'In emergency, break glass' - England seek stability in Root

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