Joe Root has reached a significant milestone in his cricket career, becoming only the seventh Englishman to surpass 12,000 runs in Test cricket. This achievement positions Root closer to potentially breaking the all-time record set by Sachin Tendulkar.
Root, a former England captain, reached this landmark during the third Test against the West Indies, the same team Tendulkar played his final Test against. Root’s innings not only helped stabilize England’s precarious situation at 54-4 but also marked his surpassing of Brian Lara’s record of 11,953 Test runs. With this feat, Root joins the elite company of cricketers, including Alastair Cook, who also scored over 12,000 runs for England.
As it stands, Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the most Test runs, with an incredible 15,921 runs. Following him are cricket legends like Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, and Rahul Dravid, each boasting over 13,000 runs. Root’s accomplishment at age 33 suggests he has the potential to challenge these records. If he continues playing consistently for the next few years, Root could close the gap, making him a strong contender to surpass Tendulkar’s tally.
With approximately 4,000 runs separating him from Tendulkar’s record, Joe Root is not only England’s most reliable batsman but also a key player to watch in the coming years. His journey to possibly becoming the highest run-scorer in Test cricket adds an exciting narrative to the world of cricket, as fans and experts alike speculate on the future of this remarkable player.