In a remarkable achievement, England’s veteran batter, Joe Root, has surpassed a significant record held by Pakistan’s cricket legend Javed Miandad in Test cricket. Root broke Miandad’s record for the most runs scored by a player against New Zealand in Test matches. This milestone came during England’s third and final Test against New Zealand, which ended in a crushing 423-run defeat for the visitors. Despite the loss in the final Test, England secured the series 1-2, with Root’s performance contributing to their overall success.
Root’s Milestone in the Third Test
During the second innings of the third Test, Joe Root played an important knock of 54 runs. This inning not only helped his team but also pushed him ahead of Miandad in the record books. With this knock, Root became the highest run-scorer in Test cricket against New Zealand. Over the course of 40 Test innings, Root has accumulated an impressive 1925 runs against the Kiwis.
Javed Miandad’s Previous Record
Before Root’s achievement, the record for the most runs scored by a player against New Zealand in Test cricket belonged to Pakistan’s legendary former captain Javed Miandad. Miandad had scored 1919 runs in 29 Test innings against New Zealand, a record that stood for many years.
Joe Root: England’s Highest Test Run-Scorer
Joe Root has established himself as one of the greatest batters in Test history. As of now, he holds the record for being the highest run-scorer for England in Test cricket, having scored a massive 12,972 runs in 152 Test matches. Root’s consistent performances have solidified his position as one of the modern-day greats in the longest format of the game.
The Race to Break Sachin Tendulkar’s Record
Root’s incredible achievement has sparked discussions among cricket fans, with many speculating that he could one day surpass Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record for the most Test runs.
Tendulkar holds the record with an impressive 15,921 runs across 200 Test matches Root, currently ranked fifth on the list of all-time Test run-scorers, is expected to continue adding to his tally and may eventually challenge Tendulkar’s iconic record.
Conclusion: The Future Looks Bright for Root
As Joe Root continues to break records and achieve new milestones, cricket fans worldwide are watching closely. With his exceptional consistency and skill, Root has cemented his place as one of the greatest Test batters in history. Fans will be eager to see if he can challenge the legends of the game, including Tendulkar, in the years to come.
