Joe Root throws weight behind 'captain' Ben Stokes; says would be a 'huge success'

England Test skipper Joe Root has backed all-rounder Ben Stokes as a skipper stating that he would make a very good captain if chosen. This comes amid reports of Root skipping proposed first Test against West Indies in July as he will be attending birth of his second child. However, if Root decides to attend birth of his second child, it means that he will be stepping out of England's bio-secure bubble. 

Speaking to ESPNcricinfo, current England test skipper said that if Stokes was a captain, he would be 'fantastic.' He also heaped praise on Stokes for his qualities as vice-captain, a leader and also sets an example for team. Additionally, Root also praised World Cup-winner for his training regime and his way of standing up in different and difficult circumstances. 

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Furrmore, Root also stated that Stokes has great qualities to be a leader and he could see current vice-captain doing a 'great job.'

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West Indies team to be quarantined

first test of series will commence on July 8 at as Bowl. second and third test will be played at Old Trafford subsequently dates for which are July 16 and July 24. West Indies are set to arrive in UK on June 9 and will be quarantined at Old Trafford for three weeks. ECB has also stated that decision on or scheduled matches for England Men and England Women this summer will be determined at a later date.

“We are in daily dialogue with Government and our medical team, who have been incredibly supportive during this period. se are our proposed dates and y remain subject to UK Government approval. We would like to thank Cricket West Indies for ir co-operation and dedication in making this tour a reality, and we all look forward to prospect of cricket returning in coming weeks,” ECB said in an official statement on Tuesday. 

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