Root wins first Test as captain

Monday, 10 July 2017 16:00

Joe Root has successfully won his first Test as captain of England.

England beat South Africa on an enthralling fourth day at Lords by 211-runs.

Root rescued his team earlier in the Test with a 190 visit.

Moeen Ali’s off-spinning was too much for the visitors, taking 6-53 for match figures of 10-112 as the Proteas, set 331 to win, were bowled out for 119.

The second Test begins at Trent Bridge on Friday, with South Africa captain Faf du Plessis set to return after the birth of his child.

England have named an unchanged 12 for their trip to Nottingham.

England's women also had cause for celebration as they claimed a crucial three-run win against Australia in the World Cup at Bristol.

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