Published: Jul 02, 2015, 09:20 PM (IST)
Edited: Jul 02, 2015, 09:20 PM (IST)
In the build up to the 2015 Investec Ashes learn the story behind the call up, the moment Joe Root put on his England cap for the first time, the commitment it takes to play for his country and life outside of cricket. Trevor Bayliss chats about his new job
Promoted to open batting in the first Ashes Test at Trent Bridge in 2013, Root slammed a mammoth 180 against Australia at Lord’s. The Yorkshire cricketer is that perfect blend of dour fighting attitude and relentless stamina (that has resulted in Yorkshire producing world-class openers over decades) and gorgeous drives, especially on the rise off the front foot. Shane Warne mimics Merv Hughes, bowls medium pace
With his canny, tight off-breaks and excellent fielding, Root is definitely one for the future of English cricket. Brett Lee’s lethal beamer almost takes out Marcus Trescothick
