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IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Joe Root wants a DRS like option to get the ball changed thrice in 80 overs. He defends Dukes ball manufracturer over ball's rapid wear and tear.

Indian team often asked the umpires to change the ball on Day 2 of Lord's Test.

Joe Root defended Dukes ball manufracturer amidst controversy.

Root scored his 11th Test century against India. 

Joe Root and Brydon Carse

'You can't just keep asking and wasting time and slowing the game down': Joe Root slams Shubman Gill's India for ball-change controversy

IND vs ENG: MCC has clarified in a statement that India pacer Akash Deep bowled a legal delivery to get the better of England's Joe Root.

Akash Deep dismissed Joe Root in the last session of Day 4 of the Edgbaston Test.

MCC clarified that Deep bowled a legal delivery.

Deep became 2nd Indian bowler to take 10 wickets in a Test on England soil.

Akash Deep

MCC releases statement on Akash Deep's delivery to dismiss Joe Root that stirred up controversy, says 'While he landed unsually wide on the crease...'

Joe Root said that it can be difficult for a batter to make technical changes during a five-Test series. He mentioned that in the Perth Test, Kohli scored a century and India won.

Virat Kohli's all dismissals on last Australia tour was caught behind the stumps.

Kohli retired from Test cricket on May 12, 2025.

Joe Root said that it is difficut to make changes on technique during a tour.

Joe Root, Virat Kohli, Jos Buttler

'There's no breathing space unless you make a...': Joe Root on Virat Kohli's struggles outside off stump

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

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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

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Global Super League 2025: Imran Tahir's four-wicket haul helped Guyana Amazon Warriors register a big win and take the top spot on the points table.

Imran Tahir took 4 wickets for 23 runs against Central Districts.

Dwaine Pretorius contributed to Guyana Amazon Warriors' win with 3 wickets.

Guyana Amazon Warriors took the top spot on the points table. 

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Former England cricketer Stuart Broad feels that the problem with the Dukes ball needs to be solved as it fails to last for a big number of overs

Sturat Broad was critical of the Dukes ball

Indfia finished Day 2 of Lord's Test on 145/3

India captain Shubman Gill (c) and bowler Akash Deep have words with umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat over the condition of the ball during day two of the Third Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground

'The ball should last 80 overs, not 10...': England great's 'unacceptable' verdict on Dukes ball controversy in Lord's Test

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Jasprit Bumrah passed a cheeky comment on Joe Root after the questions around his strategy were asked during the press conference.

Bumrah passed a sassy comment on Root in the post-play press conference.

Bumrah achieved the feat of most wickets taken by an Indian bowler in SENA countries.

Root completed his 37th Test century but got bowled out by Bumrah. 

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'Joe is standing there, he should not listen', says Jasprit Bumrah on adjustments he made for Lord's Test

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: A puzzling ball switch halted India’s momentum after Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery spell, drawing sharp criticism from Michael Vaughan as England recovered through vital contribution from lower order.

Vaughan criticises Siraj’s surprise ball-change call during Bumrah’s hot streak.

England tail capitalises before India wrap up with third ball of Day 2.

 Joe Root calls for balance and adaptability, proposes ball-change review system.

Mohammed Siraj

'Sometimes bowlers are a bit dumb... Team should've whacked Siraj on the head': Ex-ENG captain slams India’s ball change call on Day 2 of Lord’s Test

IND vs ENG 3rd Test: Jasprit Bumrah bagged a five-wicket haul and got his name on the honours board at the Lord's Cricket Ground.

Jasprit Bumrah was menacing in the first session on Day 2.

Bumrah said that he is going to be judged no matter what. 

Bumrah tried to steer clear of the Dukes ball controversy. 

Jasprit Bumrah

'Log paise kama rahe hai mere through toh...': Jasprit Bumrah blasts critics after Lord's 5-wicket haul with Sachin Tendulkar's example

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'You can't just keep asking and wasting time and slowing the game down': Joe Root slams Shubman Gill's India for ball-change controversy

MCC releases statement on Akash Deep's delivery to dismiss Joe Root that stirred up controversy, says 'While he landed unsually wide on the crease...'

'There's no breathing space unless you make a...': Joe Root on Virat Kohli's struggles outside off stump

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

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'You can't just keep asking and wasting time and slowing the game down': Joe Root slams Shubman Gill's India for ball-change controversy

MCC releases statement on Akash Deep's delivery to dismiss Joe Root that stirred up controversy, says 'While he landed unsually wide on the crease...'

'There's no breathing space unless you make a...': Joe Root on Virat Kohli's struggles outside off stump

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

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