Root says England's back from 'chaos' after Pakistan series sweep
England Test captain Joe Root says his side are back on track after sealing a 3-0 series sweep against Pakistan.
England has emerged triumphant from a period of turmoil, securing a 3-0 series victory over Pakistan with an eight-wicket win at Edgbaston. Joe Root, who returned as captain following Ben Stokes' retirement and Brendon McCullum's dismissal, believes the team has weathered a storm of "chaos" and is now on the right path after clinching the series whitewash.
In the third Test, Root and Jordan Cox's unbeaten partnership led England to a final total of 133, narrowly defeating Pakistan's chase of 130. Former captain Stokes' unexpected resignation and McCullum's dismissal temporarily left the side with leadership uncertainty, but Root's leadership and a strong partnership with Cox steadied the ship.
Stephen Fleming is set to join England as the new coach in the coming days, bringing clarity and stability to the team.
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