# Ben Stokes airs Joe Root worries and praise for Stephen Fleming

England captain Ben Stokes discusses his concerns over Joe Root's recent performances and his admiration for coach Stephen Fleming. Stokes's comments offer rare insight into the team's internal dynamics ahead of upcoming challenges.

**Importance:** 3/5

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- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/aug/04/ben-stokes-joe-root-stephen-fleming-england-test-cricket) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:00:08 GMT