captaincy

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A year later, when Root relinquished the captaincy, Stokes was there with what he called "love, respect and support".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

In that scenario, could England really pass the captaincy on to Brook?

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Robinson has benefitted from being given the captaincy at Sussex and admitted he has matured.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The 36-year-old, who lost the England captaincy to Zoe Stratford at the start of last year, had slipped down the pecking order and was fighting to make a home World Cup squad.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

His eyes, not clouded with drink but clear of purpose, were fixed on the captaincy of this reeling ship.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein