- Joe Root – 3.5/5:
Root has been an absolute beat across all formats, conditions and oppositions. These days it isn’t news if he crosses a milestone, but it is news if he is sent back to the hut early. The Sophia Gardens in Cardiff was a witness to yet another master class from Root, as he effortlessly raced his way to 64 off 65 deliveries. The most impressive aspect about Root’s batting was the riskless nature of cricket played by him, yet his scoring rate was top notch.
