Stokes succeeds Root as England's test captain
LONDON : England have appointed all-rounder Ben Stokes as their test captain to succeed Joe Root in the job, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Thursday.
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IPL 2022: Umran Malik is a 'gem' but should be managed carefully, says Daniel Vettori
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Vunivalu sidelined again ahead of Reds' clash with Chiefs
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New Zealand Rugby back in the black after first profit in years
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URC boss dismisses Cheetahs' 'B-division' hopes
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Cricket-Stokes to be unveiled as England test captain on Thursday - the Guardian
LONDON (Reuters) - All-rounder Ben Stokes is to succeed Joe Root as England test captain and the appointment will be announced later on Thursday, the Guardian said.
Hammer blow for All Blacks as star prop is ruled out for the year
All Blacks prop Joe Moody has suffered another long-term injury and will not play again this year, his Super Rugby franchise the Crusaders said on Thursday.