Captaincy weighed him down, freedom set him free: The remarkable second act of Root
Joe Root has been named Player of the Series after leading England to a 2-1 ODI victory against India with consistent batting performances. At 36, Root continues to maintain high performance levels, defying the typical retirement age for international cricketers.
Why it matters
Root's sustained excellence highlights the evolving standards of longevity and fitness in professional cricket, marking him as a standout figure in the sport's modern era.
NEW DELHI: Joe Root finished the ODI series against India unbeaten, scoring 249 runs in three innings to guide England to a 2-1 series victory. At 36, while many of his contemporaries have retired, Root continues to redefine consistency across formats. All of Root's scores in this series 76, 99, and 74 came when the team needed him most, and he was deservedly named Player of the Series.Across the three-match ODI series against India, Root was England's batting backbone.
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