"He hadn't fallen off a cliff, he was averaging 48 in Test match cricket so he was still a fine player. "It is so vital in this year that Joe Root has started well," said former England captain Nasser Hussain. It is also why it was so important that he returned to form with his 18th Test century on day two in Galle.Įngland are at the start of a blockbuster year of Test cricket, in which they could play as many as 17 matches and face each of the top three teams in the world - India, New Zealand and Australia.Īs captain, Root's leadership over the next 12 months will be important but what England need most from him this year is runs. ![]() ![]() Joe Root hit 12 boundaries in a composed knock to finish day two unbeaten on 168
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