Summary
Both are from Yorkshire, giving them a shared background.
Root’s leadership is expected to boost team confidence.
Key Points
3 points1
Root, aged 35, is a senior player for England’s cricket side.
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He is described as a talisman, meaning he lifts team spirit.
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Brook believes his example helps younger teammates improve.
New Words to Learn
5 wordsrole model
someone you look up to and try to copy
talisman
a special person who brings luck and inspiration
Yorkshireman
a person who lives in Yorkshire, a place in England
cricket
a sport where players hit a ball with a bat
guiding figure
someone who leads and helps others
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