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Joe Root, having encountered Ravichandran Ashwin and Nathan Lyon on numerous occasions, shared his experiences and strategies for facing them.

Ravichandran Ashwin (L) and Nathan Lyon (R). 

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What is the difference between Ravichandran Ashwin and Nathan Lyon? England superstar Joe Root explains

England tour of India 2024

Michael Vaughan wants Ben Stokes and Jonny Bairstow to take a leaf out of Joe Root's book ahead of fifth Test against India which is slated to start from March 7.

England skipper Ben Stokes (right) and star batter Jonny Bairstow in this frame. (Getty)

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'Hope Bairstow, Stokes take a leaf out of his book': England legend wants English duo to learn from this player ahead of 5th Test vs India

The controversy surrounding Joe Root dismissal has since ignited a fervent discussion among the cricketing elite, adding fuel to the fire of the ongoing DRS saga in this riveting series.

India captain Rohit Sharma (R) reacts after Joe Root's dismissal. 

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IND vs ENG: Another DRS drama in India vs England Test series as Joe Root's dismissal baffles English players and support staff

Joe Root, after the second day's play of the 4th Test against India, admitted that he abused current England skipper Ben Stokes body under his captaincy.

England's Joe Root (L) and Ben Stokes in this file photo. (Getty)

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'I abused Ben Stokes' body when...': Why did Joe Root say this on England skipper amid IND vs ENG 4th Test?

Sunil Gavaskar humorously remarked his wish to see Joe Root secure his first century of the series with his signature reverse scoop, a shot that led to his dismissal in the previous match.

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IND vs ENG: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar mocks 'Bazball' again, says 'I am a disappointed man because I really wanted Joe Root...'

Former England captain Alastair Cook questioned star batter Joe Root's selection of shot on Day 3 of the 3rd Test between India and England in Rajkot.

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IND vs ENG: Joe Root's former captain hits out at England's best batter for putting team in choppy waters in Rajkot

Ricky Ponting scored 2,555 runs against India in Tests. Joe Root now has scored two more runs than Ponting is slated to add to his tally in the ongoing series.

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IND vs ENG: After breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record in 1st innings, Joe Root overhauls Ricky Ponting's mark in 2nd innings

Joe Root has not been in good form of late as he scored just 39 runs from four innings in the recently concluded ODI series against New Zealand.

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Why Joe Root is only World Cup-bound player to feature in ODI series against Ireland? England selector has the answer

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What is the difference between Ravichandran Ashwin and Nathan Lyon? England superstar Joe Root explains

'Hope Bairstow, Stokes take a leaf out of his book': England legend wants English duo to learn from this player ahead of 5th Test vs India

IND vs ENG: Another DRS drama in India vs England Test series as Joe Root's dismissal baffles English players and support staff

'I abused Ben Stokes' body when...': Why did Joe Root say this on England skipper amid IND vs ENG 4th Test?

IND vs ENG: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar mocks 'Bazball' again, says 'I am a disappointed man because I really wanted Joe Root...'

IND vs ENG: Joe Root's former captain hits out at England's best batter for putting team in choppy waters in Rajkot

IND vs ENG: After breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record in 1st innings, Joe Root overhauls Ricky Ponting's mark in 2nd innings

Why Joe Root is only World Cup-bound player to feature in ODI series against Ireland? England selector has the answer

Joe Root Players Stats

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England• Batsman

Team $ - Top News

What is the difference between Ravichandran Ashwin and Nathan Lyon? England superstar Joe Root explains

'Hope Bairstow, Stokes take a leaf out of his book': England legend wants English duo to learn from this player ahead of 5th Test vs India

IND vs ENG: Another DRS drama in India vs England Test series as Joe Root's dismissal baffles English players and support staff

'I abused Ben Stokes' body when...': Why did Joe Root say this on England skipper amid IND vs ENG 4th Test?

IND vs ENG: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar mocks 'Bazball' again, says 'I am a disappointed man because I really wanted Joe Root...'

IND vs ENG: Joe Root's former captain hits out at England's best batter for putting team in choppy waters in Rajkot

IND vs ENG: After breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record in 1st innings, Joe Root overhauls Ricky Ponting's mark in 2nd innings

Why Joe Root is only World Cup-bound player to feature in ODI series against Ireland? England selector has the answer

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