London, Apr 28 (AP) Ben Stokes was appointed as captain of England's Test cricket team on Thursday.

The all-rounder replaced Joe Root, who quit the role two weeks ago with England having only won one of its last 17 Test matches.

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Stokes has just returned to the team after a spell out for mental-health reasons.

It is the first big decision by Rob Key, the former England batsman who was recently hired as managing director of men's cricket in England.

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"He epitomizes the mentality and approach we want to take this team forward into the next era of red-ball cricket," Key said.

"I am delighted that he has accepted, and he is ready for the added responsibility and the honour. He thoroughly deserves the opportunity." AP

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