From ex-captain to the incumbent: Root looks forward to "repaying the favour" to skipper Stokes during Ashes series

Nov 14, 2025

From his 122 at a tough, cracked and troubling surface at Perth's WACA Stadium back in 2013 in his early 20s, Stokes has come...

Joe Root hails Ben Stokes as 'Mr Incredible'

Jul 21, 2020

Manchester [UK], July 21 : After registering a 113-run win against West Indies in the second Test of the three-match series, England skipper Joe...

Indian bowlers dominate first session, restrict England to 98/4 at Lunch (Day 4)

Jul 13, 2025

At Lunch, England are 98/4 with Ben Stokes 2* (13) and Joe Root 17* (40) unbeaten on the crease.

England batter Joe Root offers update on all-rounder Ben Stokes

Oct 14, 2023

England batter Joe Root provided an update on the availability of all-rounder Ben Stokes ahead of their World Cup clash against Afghanistan.

Ashes: Stokes' recovery looks promising, he's been brilliant, says Root

Nov 11, 2021

Queensland [Australia], November 11 : England Test skipper Joe Root on Thursday said he is hopeful of Ben Stokes' availability for the first Ashes...

What a player: Ben Stokes hails Joe Root after win over New Zealand in Lord's Test

Jun 05, 2022

England skipper Ben Stokes went on all praise for Joe Root, who smashed a century in the first Test against New Zealand in Lords.