Alastair Cook has resigned as captain of the England Test
team. The 32-year-old, who has led England in a record 59 Tests, was under the microscope
after the disastrous tour of India last month, when his side went down 0-4 to
the hosts. While who would replace him is still not clear, Joe Root is one of
the stronger candidates for the post.
"Stepping down has been an incredibly hard decision but
I know this is the correct decision for me and at the right time for the
team," bbc.com quoted Cook as saying.
"Playing for England really is a privilege and I hope
to carry on as a Test player, making a full contribution and helping the next
England captain and the team however I can."
During the 4-0 Test series defeat in India he admitted to
having "questions" over his role, and has ended a reign that began in
2012.
Cook had skippered England to Ashes victories in 2013 and
2015.
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