ENG vs IND, 2nd Test: Joe Root’s incredible form is reward for work done during lockdown, says Michael Atherton

Former skipper Michael Atherton heaped praise on Joe Root and said the England Test team captain is reaping the reward for the ‘incredible work’ he put into his batting during the Covid-19 lockdown last year.

Michael Atherton is all praise for Joe Root and believes that the England Test skipper is reaping the benefits of the ‘incredible work’ he has put into his batting during the Covid-19 lockdown last year. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 180 as England took a 27-run lead in the second Test against India at Lord's.