Ollie Pope Seeks Leadership Advice from Joe Root

Ollie Pope, the stand-in captain for England, has sought advice from Joe Root on managing the dual roles of captaincy and batting after a challenging first Test against Sri Lanka, where he scored only six runs in each innings. Despite leading England to a five-wicket victory at Old Trafford, Pope admitted that the demands of leadership affected his performance at the crease. He aims to compartmentalize his responsibilities better, focusing on his batting when it's time to bat, as advised by Root, who excelled during his own captaincy. Root emphasized the importance of establishing a routine to help Pope separate his roles. As England prepares for the second Test at Lord's, Pope remains committed to improving his batting consistency, particularly against stronger opposition like Australia and India.