26-03-2018 13:30 via theguardian.com

Joe Root says soul searching needed before second New Zealand Test

England captain reflects on defeat at Eden ParkConcern over Ben Stokes’ continuing back problemsBefore the first Test against New Zealand, Joe Root hinted at changes in the way England were going to go about their business. None were evident at Eden Park. Jimmy Anderson continued to open the bowling with Stuart Broad; the batting was as sturdy as a marshmallow in the first innings and England recorded their tenth defeat in twelve overseas Tests, none of which were won. In their last eight
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