Joe Root breaks record in Test cricket

2024.12.01

England star Joe Root eclipsed India’s legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar in a remarkable milestone.

At Christchurch’s Hagley Oval, England defeated the hosts by eight wickets in the opening Test match of their tour of New Zealand. By limiting New Zealand to 348 in their opening innings, England’s bowlers defended captain Ben Stokes’ choice to bowl first. With a five-wicket haul, Brydon Carse spearheaded the attack, and Shoaib Bashir contributed significant breakthroughs.

Thanks to Harry Brook’s brilliant 171 and vital contributions from captain Stokes and Gus Atkinson, England responded with a powerful batting showing, reaching 499. Carse and Chris Woakes destroyed the batting order, allowing New Zealand to score just 254 in their second innings. With Jacob Bethell and Zak Crawley at the forefront, England reached the goal in just 12.4 overs after chasing a modest 104.

Joe Root’s amazing feat will make the match unforgettable. Root became the top run scorer in the fourth innings of Test cricket, surpassing cricketing great Sachin Tendulkar of India. Root added another feather to his famous cap as he approached his 150th Test match, helping England chase down the mark with a blistering 22 off 15 balls.

With 1,630 runs in the fourth innings, Root has surpassed Tendulkar’s 1,625 runs to take the top spot on the charts. Root’s status as one of the best finishers in the game’s longest format is cemented by this accomplishment.

Most runs in Test cricket’s fourth innings

Joe Root, 1,630
Sachin Tendulkar, 1,625
Alastair Cook, 1,611
Graeme Smith, 1,611
Shivnarine Chanderpaul, 1,580

Even though Root broke Tendulkar’s record in the fourth inning, there is still a huge milestone to reach. With 15,921 runs, Tendulkar has maintained his position as the top run scorer in Test cricket history for more than ten years. With 12,777 runs to his credit, Root will require an additional 3,144 runs to eclipse the legendary total of the Master Blaster.

Given his form and consistency, Root is poised to become one of the greatest of all time. Root, who is 33 years old, possesses the ability, stamina, and will to change history once more. As the series goes on, England will try to keep up their winning streak, with Root spearheading the drive for both team and individual glory

#Charith Rajapaksha