Cricket News: Joe Root etched his name in cricketing history on the third day of the first Test against Pakistan in Multan, surpassing Alastair Cook's record of 12,472 runs to become England's highest Test run-scorer. The 33-year-old achieved this milestone in style, driving Pakistan seamer Aamer Jamal for a straight boundary to bring his score to 71.
A Legacy Cemented
Root's achievement not only solidifies his position as England's top scorer in Test cricket but also places him fifth on the all-time global list, alongside cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, and Jacques Kallis.
Top Run-Scorers in Test History
Here's the revised list:
1. Sachin Tendulkar (India) - 15,921
2. Ricky Ponting (Australia) - 13,378
3. Jacques Kallis (South Africa) - 13,289
4. Rahul Dravid (India) - 13,288
5. Joe Root (England) - 12,473
A Year to Remember
Root's remarkable form in 2024 continues, with this feat coming on the heels of surpassing Cook's English record for most centuries in Test cricket. He achieved this during the second Test against Sri Lanka, smashing his 34th hundred.
Chasing Greatness
At 33, Root's career is far from over. With the record for England's highest Test run-scorer already under his belt, Root's pursuit of even greater milestones looks promising. He is less than a thousand runs short of surpassing Ponting, the second-placed batsman on the all-time list.
A Stellar Performance
Root arrived at the crease with England under pressure, having lost their first wicket in the second over. However, he produced his signature class in absorbing the pressure from one end, allowing Zak Crawley to play aggressively from the other. The duo forged a 109-run stand for the second wicket.
The Road Ahead
As Root eyes Sachin Tendulkar's all-time run tally, cricket fans eagerly anticipate his next move. Will he become the greatest Test batsman of all time? Only time will tell.