Root reveals Fleming called him daily throughout England's first Test win over Pakistan

England Test captain Joe Root revealed that incoming head coach Stephen Fleming was in daily phone contact with him throughout England's first Test win over Pakistan in Leeds. Fleming does not formally take up the role until after the Pakistan series, but Root said it was "great" to have him so invested already. England won the match convincingly, marking a commanding start to Root's latest stint as captain.

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