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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

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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

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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PBKS' Yuzvendra Chahal bagged a forgettable record after losing the IPL 2025 final to RCB on June 3

PBKS' Yuzvendra Chahal in this frame

Yuzvendra Chahal finds his name in unwanted list after losing yet another IPL final

Virat Kohli is at a loss for words after the Bengaluru stampede which took place outside the M Chinnaswamy stadium during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's victory celebration

Virat Kohli is absolutely gutted after the Bengaluru stampede

A deadly stampede broke out outside the M Chinnaswamy stadium which took lives of atleast 11 people

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'Absolutely gutted': IPL 2025 champion Virat Kohli finally reacts to Bengaluru stampede which took 11 lives at RCB's victory celebration

RCB and KSCA will give Rs 5 lakh compensation to the families of 11 people who lost their lives in Bengaluru stampede

Atleast 11 people lost their lives in Bengaluru stampede during RCB's event

RCB and KSCA have announced Rs 5 lakh compensation to the families of 11 deceased

RCB, KSCA jointly announce Rs 5 lakh compensation for families of 11 deceased in Bengaluru stampede

RCB, KSCA jointly announce Rs 5 lakh compensation for families of 11 deceased in Bengaluru stampede, Karnataka government too chips in

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) victory celebration was marred by a horrible stampede in Bengaluru which took lives of over 11 people

Stampede broke out at the RCB's victory celebration in Bengaluru

Over 11 people lost their lives in the deadly stampede

A tragic stampede broke out at RCB's victory celebration in Bengaluru

REVEALED: What triggered deadly stampede at RCB's victory celebration in Bengaluru which took lives of over 11 people

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has addressed the security lapse during RCB event which led to stampede outside M Chinnaswamy stadium

A tragic stampede broke out before RCB's felicitation ceremony after winning IPL 2025 title

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BCCI secretary reacts to security lapse during RCB event which led to stampede in Bengaluru, says 'We will look into forming new rules'

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Ahead of the start of the Portugal vs Germany clash, let's take a note of how to watch the UEFA Nations League semifinal live. Get hold of the details.

Germany will take on Portugal tonight in the UEFA Nations League semifinal.

The match will take place at the Allianz Arena.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal celebrates scoring a goal with teammate Geovany Quenda

Germany vs Portugal Live Streaming: How to watch the UEFA Nations League semifinal in India, USA, UK, Saudi Arabia, and Australia?

India suffered a disappointing 0-2 defeat at the hands of Thailand in a friendly clash ahead of the AFC Asian Cup Qualifier

India went down to Thailand 0-2 in an international friendly match

This defeat came right ahead of AFC Asian Cup Qualifier

Sunil Chhetri-starrer India suffer 0-2 defeat against Thailand in friendly ahead of AFC Asian Cup Qualifier

Portugal will lock horns against Germany in the UEFA Nations League semi-final encounter on Thursday, June 05th.

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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

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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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