Stokes will be brilliant as England captain, says Broad

Cricket - Fourth One Day International - England v Pakistan - Trent Bridge, Nottingham, Britain - May 17, 2019 England's Ben Stokes Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

(Reuters) - Ben Stokes would have no trouble stepping into the role of England captain if Joe Root were to miss the first test of their three-match series against West Indies, fast bowler Stuart Broad said on Sunday.

England skipper Root has said he could miss the series opener, scheduled for July 8, if it clashes with the birth of his second child and Broad, 34, believes the side would still be in good hands, with vice-captain Stokes well-equipped to take the reins.