It would be 'nice to have choice' over Ashes venues - Root
Joe Root said "it would be nice to have a choice" over the venues where his England team play as they leave Headingley until 2029.
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"it would be nice to have a choice over the venues where his England team play"
— Joe Root , Athlete
"I would love to play as many games as possible here"
— Joe Root , Athlete
Key People
Ben Stokes is the captain of the England Test cricket team.
Brendon McCullum is the head coach of the England cricket team.
Joe Root is an English cricketer and the former captain of the England Test team.
Former England cricketer and temporary coach for the Pakistan series.
Former New Zealand captain and current leading candidate for England Test coach.
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Joe Root said "it would be nice to have a choice" over the venues where his England team play as they leave Headingley until 2029.
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