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The Latest Breaking News from Joe Root

Ben Stokes has the drive and celebrity wattage to revive the pulse of Test cricket

England’s new captain is demanding where Joe Root was biddable and has the strength to lift a lifeless red-ball team

The Guardian - UK

England told appointing Ben Stokes as Test captain "could be the making of him"

England have appointed Ben Stokes as their new Test captain, with the all-rounder taking over from former skipper Joe Root

Daily Mirror

When is Ben Stokes’ first game as England captain?

The England all-rounder has taken over from Joe Root as captain ahead of the summer, where his side will face New Zealand, India and South Africa

The Independent UK

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Nasser Hussain issues Freddie Flintoff and Ian Botham plea to England fans over Ben Stokes

Nasser Hussain has delivered his verdict on Ben Stokes' appointment as England Test captain, urging fans not to make comparisons with Andrew Flintoff and Ian Botham

Daily Mirror

Michael Atherton says Ben Stokes is not a "long-term pick" as England Test captain

Ben Stokes has been appointed England's new Test captain and former skipper Michael Atherton believes the all-rounder should only do the job "for a short period of time"

Daily Mirror

Rob Key strikes the right notes as he embarks on England mission

The ECB’s new managing director of men’s cricket faces a tough task to turn England’s red-ball struggles around, but has the personal skills to stand up to the job

The Independent UK

'Durham is proud of you' - North East reacts as Ben Stokes is unveiled as England's new Test Cricket captain

The 30 year old all-rounder was today announced as Joe Root's successor, after he announced earlier this month that he would be stepping down from the prestigious position.

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Stuart Broad tips "leader" Ben Stokes to be an "exceptional" England Test captain

Ben Stokes has replaced Joe Root as England Test captain and veteran seamer Stuart Broad has hailed the all-rounder's appointment, insisting the "added responsibility of being a captain" will not "affect the way he plays"

Daily Mirror

Piers Morgan hails Ben Stokes' appointment as England captain - "Bring those Ashes home"

Ben Stokes has replaced Joe Root as England Test captain and Piers Morgan has offered the all-rounder his congratulations, labelling him a "magnificent player" and a "great guy"

Daily Mirror

‘Honoured’ Ben Stokes ‘excited’ to lead England after taking on Test captaincy

Stokes replaces Joe Root in the role

The Independent UK

Is Ben Stokes married and does he have children as he's appointed England Test captain

England's new Test captain, Ben Stokes, takes up the role with a strong family base to support him - here's what you need to know about his partner and whether or not he has children

Daily Mirror

Joe Root breaks silence after Ben Stokes replaces him as England Test captain

Former skipper Joe Root has shared a touching tribute to Ben Stokes after the all-rounder was officially unveiled as his successor as England Test captain on Thursday

Daily Mirror

Ben Stokes: Inspirational all-rounder turned England captain

London (AFP) - Talismanic all-rounder Ben Stokes has long been England's go-to guy with both bat and ball.Now he has the added challenge of resurrecting the nation as a force in Test cricket.

AFP

Boris Johnson gives ringing endorsement of 'inspirational' new England skipper Ben Stokes

Ben Stokes has been named England Test captain - replacing Joe Root - and Prime Minister Boris Johnson has backed the 'inspirational' all-rounder to be a success in his new role

Daily Mirror

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Daily Mirror

Ben Stokes hailed as 'beast' by cricket legend who addresses England captain's priority

Ben Stokes has been appointed England Test captain, with the 30-year-old replacing Joe Root after he resigned earlier this month following a disappointing defeat to the West Indies

The Hindu

Ben Stokes appointed as captain of England's test cricket team

Stokes replaces Joe Root, who quit two weeks ago as England’s Test captain

AFP

Ben Stokes named as England Test captain

London (AFP) - Star all-rounder Ben Stokes was named as England's new Test captain on Thursday, replacing Joe Root, who stood down earlier this month after a string of painful defeats.

Daily Mirror

Ben Stokes England captaincy statement in full as he thanks 'great ambassador' Joe Root

New England Test captain Ben Stokes paid tribute to Joe Root after being confirmed as his replacement, describing Root as "a great ambassador for the sport all across the world"

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The Independent UK

Ben Stokes named England’s new Test captain

The all-rounder paid tribute to his predecessor Joe Root.

AFP

Star all-rounder Ben Stokes named as England Test captain

London (AFP) - Talismanic all-rounder Ben Stokes was named as England's new Test captain on Thursday, replacing Joe Root, who stood down earlier this month after a string of damaging defeats.

The Independent UK

From Bristol incident to World Cup and Ashes heroics: Ben Stokes’ highs and lows

All-rounder Stokes is the new England Test skipper

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes named as new England Test captain after Joe Root steps down

Rob Key confirmed the appointment in his first press conference as managing director of the men’s team

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes: New England Test captain’s career in pictures

The Durham all-rounder has replaced Joe Root as England captain

The Independent UK

Ben Stokes: England’s fiery talisman and the ultimate team player

The all-rounder is England’s new Test captain

Evening Standard

Ben Stokes named England Test captain after Joe Root resignation: ‘I am honoured to be given this chance’

Ben Stokes has been confirmed as England’s new Test captain by the recently-installed managing director Rob Key.

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