Root Calls on England to Be Good Human Beings

Joe Root has called on his England cricket players to be "really good role models and human beings" at the start of his second reign as Test captain.

Root, one of the finest batters in England's history, returned to the captaincy after a period away from the role. He emphasised that on-field performance must be matched by exemplary conduct off it.

The comments come as England prepares for a new Test series. Root's leadership style has previously been praised for fostering a positive team culture focused on attacking, entertaining cricket.