Captain Joe Root expressed optimism regarding the state of the England Test team following their 3-0 series victory over Pakistan. Root's unbeaten 62 runs, alongside Jordan Cox's impressive 59 not out, helped England secure an eight-wicket win in the third Test at Edgbaston.

This triumph concluded a turbulent summer for the team, marked by the unexpected retirement of former captain Ben Stokes, the dismissal of Test coach Brendon McCullum, and various off-field controversies. Root remarked, "In chaos you learn a lot about the group of players you have," highlighting the resilience shown throughout the series.

Root regained the captaincy for the second Test against New Zealand in June after Stokes' exclusion due to a curfew breach. Following Stokes' retirement after the subsequent series defeat, Root took on the captaincy permanently. His leadership has brought a sense of calm to a squad previously criticized for its professionalism.

Despite a chaotic lead-up to the series, Root noted the team’s improved maturity and adaptability on and off the field. He stated, "The start of the series we wanted 3-0 and we've been clinical enough to do that."

New players like Dan Lawrence and Cox have stepped up, contributing to the team's success. Root emphasized that while they are making progress, they are still a "work in progress" and must continuously develop their culture and performance.

Former captain Michael Vaughan echoed this sentiment, cautioning against over-excitement and underscoring the need for England to win a five-Test series, which they haven't done since 2017. Vaughan acknowledged the team's talent, praising players like Harry Brook and Jamie Smith, while noting the potential of their bowling attack.