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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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Ben Stokes and Joe Root have both criticised the selection of venues for the 2026 Ashes series, calling the decision that Headingley will not host a Test “shambolic.” Root, who has served as England’s Test captain before and after Stokes, said it would be “nice to have a choice” over the grounds where his team play. He added that England will leave Yorkshire until 2029, implying a desire for more flexibility in future venue selection.

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