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Cricket is as much a passion as it is a sport in England. A particularly revered personality in the world of cricket, indeed English sports worldwide, is that of the captain of the England cricket team. The responsibility they hold cannot be overemphasized; they carry not just their own performance but also motivate and lead an entire squad towards collective victory. This article intends to shed light on the current captain of the England Cricket Team- Joe Root.
Who Is Joe Root?
Born on 30th December 1990, Joe Edward Root MBE is one of England’s finest cricketers. He hails from a cricket-loving family based out of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. His knack for the sport was evident at a young age, seeing him go full-throttle into making it his career choice. As he rose through ranks swiftly due to his exceptional skills with both batting and fielding, his leadership capabilities further confirmed that he was cut out to be more than ‘just another player’ on the field.
A Peek Into Root’s Early Life
Root’s early life revolved around cricket since childhood. Going up in a house with two other brothers who loved cricket gave him ample time and opportunity to play and study cricket continually. His love for this sport ran so deep that he chose to skip school just to watch Ashes Test series when it started coming live on TV. From playing domestic games initially with local clubs like Sheffield Collegiate CC to showcasing spectacular performances during his initial years at Yorkshire Academy, Root displayed real promise well before appearing internationally.
The Journey Towards Captaincy
Joe Root made his test debut against India in December 2012 in Nagpur, which stirred quite some interest due to his calm demeanor as multiple wickets fell around him in a nervous situation at overseas soil. Following several successful innings throughout seasons where he showcased excellent form, Root became the pivot upon which the team was built. His captaincy journey started officially in 2017.
Root as English Captain
Joe Root’s debut match as a Test Captain was against South Africa at Lord’s Cricket Ground on July 6th, 2017, and he led his side to an emphatic victory with a vast margin of 211 runs. The innings remain memorable not only because of this win but also due to his stunning performance where he scored 190 runs off just 234 balls.
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Like any successful team leader, Joe has seen both triumphs and losses. He successfully led England to its first World Cup victory in cricket history in 2019. This success solidified his position as one of the best captains that English cricket has ever witnessed.
However, his tenure wasn’t without criticism or challenges. One such challenge came during the Ashes series of 2019 when Australia retained the title despite England drawing the series with a thrilling win at Oval. But being a great sports leader that he is, Root took these criticisms sportingly, made necessary adjustments, and proved himself further by leading England to secure some historic wins overseas.
Why Root is More Than Just a Great Player?
Joe Root isn’t instantly noticeable like sudden flamboyant players who make flashy entrances and exits from the game; instead, what makes him stand apart is his steady rise characterized by grit and class combined with unwavering dedication towards the sport.
Being a Hilton Young Cricketer award winner at age 20 gave people glimpses about how he defied traditional order through elegant batting styles packed with shots maneuvered all around the ground.
A stupendous player on-ground indeed, Root proves exceptional regarding demonstrating leadership attributes aside from contributing immensely through bat consistently in every format of cricket – making him undoubtedly ‘the epitome’ of modern-day cricket’s complete package.
Joe Root’s story, much like the journey of England cricket itself, is one of resilience, elegance, and triumph. He has not only played a vital role in impressively steering his team through highs and lows but also continues to inspire upcoming cricketers globally.
