Alastair Cook believes neither Virat Kohli nor Steve Smith stand closest to Joe Root

Alastair Cook asserts that Kane Williamson is the only player who can match Joe Root’s current form, highlighting Root’s exceptional performance in recent years. While discussing the ‘Fab Four’ of Test cricket, Cook emphasizes Root’s unparalleled skill and determination. Williamson’s injury keeps him out of New Zealand’s Test series against India.