Who will replace Joe Root as England captain?

Joe Root has stepped down as England’s Test captain in the wake of their disastrous run of form.

The Yorkshireman has skippered England more than any other player and his departure means a void will need to be filled before the Test summer begins on June 2 against New Zealand.

Here, the PA news agency looks at some potential replacements.

Stuart Broad

Stuart Broad could offer experience in the role
Stuart Broad could offer experience in the role (Jason O’Brien/PA)

Ben Stokes

Stokes (right) has been a trust lieutenant of Root's
Stokes (right) has been a trust lieutenant of Root’s (PA)

Rory Burns

Rory Burns has returned to captain Surrey
Rory Burns has returned to captain Surrey (Jacob King/PA)

Sam Billings

Sam Billings made his debut over the winter
Sam Billings made his debut over the winter (PA)

James Vince

James Vince has always been well regarded
James Vince has always been well regarded (Mike Egerton/PA)

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