skipper

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Some noticed the skipper only referred to his time as captain in the short term, with lots of mentions of "this week".

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

But with the exiled skipper at the crease 275 miles away, stand-in captain Root began a typically masterful unbeaten 75 to take England's rearguard into the final day.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

Former England skipper Botham, who scored 5,200 runs and took 383 wickets in 102 Tests, said he would not be shocked if Stokes quits cricket completely if he is removed from his position.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

There will be similar noises directed towards stand-in skipper Joe Root this week.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

The skipper was not displeased with the compliment, and went on:—

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker