Root reveals incoming England coach Fleming was in daily contact during first Test win

Joe Root shows his delight as England seal their innings victory on day three. He later heaped praise on Jordan Cox and Dan Lawrence. Photograph: Philip Brown/Getty Images

Joe Root celebrated a commanding start to his latest reign as England’s Test captain, his side thumping Pakistan in Leeds, and afterwards said Stephen Fleming had been in daily contact before he starts his role as head coach.

Fleming does not take up his position until after the series against Pakistan but has been in touch with Root during the week. “It’s been great to have [him] on the end of the phone,” said Root. “It’s great that he’s very invested already in what we’re trying to achieve.”