Joe Root resigns as England Test captain: ECB

Joe Root resigns as England Test captain: ECB
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Root's decision comes after the 1-0 Test series defeat to West Indies last month, and the 4-0 Ashes loss to Australia.

"After returning from the Caribbean tour and having time to reflect, I have decided to step down as England men's Test captain," Root said.
Joe Root is stepping down as England's Test captain, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Friday.

Root's decision comes after the 1-0 Test series defeat to West Indies last month, and the 4-0 Ashes loss to Australia.

"After returning from the Caribbean tour and having time to reflect, I have decided to step down as England men's Test captain," Root said.

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