One of the greatest batsmen England has ever produced...  and he’s on our shores, sitting down with Howie for a chat that’s as entertaining as one of his cover drives.

From cooking steaks (yes, in England!) to his first job, plus what it would mean to him to share one last dinner with Shane Warne and plenty more. 

Before we get to know the real Joe Root, the cricketing genius, the family man, the fun-loving Yorkshire lad, enjoy his Player Profile. 

Bring on The Ashes!

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