On August 31, Joe Root made history by becoming the first English cricketer to reach 34 Test centuries. He achieved this milestone by scoring a century in the second innings of the second Test. Root’s remarkable achievement underscores his consistent excellence and places him at the forefront of English batting legends. His century not only solidifies his record but also demonstrates his enduring skill and dedication to Test cricket, marking a significant moment in his illustrious career.
Joe Root’s Masterclass Makes Him Best:
On August 31, Joe Root set a new record during the ongoing Test at Lord’s between England and Sri Lanka. After equalling Alastair Cook’s record of 33 centuries with a superb 143 in the first innings, he exceeded it by scoring another century in the second innings. This achievement not only made him England’s leading century-maker but also marked his debut performance of centuries in both innings of a Test match.
Root’s dual centuries in this Test are a testament to his exceptional batting prowess and consistency. By surpassing Cook’s long-standing record, he has solidified his place as a cricketing legend, highlighting his impressive skill and dedication to the sport. His century in the second innings at Lord’s made him the first English cricketer to reach 50 international centuries, setting a historic milestone in his career.
In the second innings, Joe Root surpassed Alastair Cook’s record for the most runs scored by an English player against Sri Lanka. Cook had accumulated 1,290 runs in 16 Tests against Sri Lanka, while Root now boasts nearly 1,350 runs in just 12 matches, setting a new benchmark for England in Test cricket.
Following Joe Root’s century, Alastair Cook was seen smiling and applauding as Root surpassed him to become England’s leading century-maker in Test cricket. It was a heartwarming moment, showcasing Cook’s support and sportsmanship as Root achieved this milestone. The gesture highlighted the camaraderie and respect between two of England’s greatest batsmen.
Root’s Great Innings Shines the Iconic Lords:
Joe Root also surpassed Graham Gooch’s record of 2015 runs, becoming the highest run-scorer in Test matches at Lord’s. His second century in the ongoing Test not only set this new record but also made him the first player to score seven Test centuries at the Home of Cricket. Gooch and Michael Vaughan are now tied for second place with six centuries each at this historic venue.
The world’s top-ranked Test batter is now aiming to become the first player to accumulate 5,000 runs in World Test Championship history. Additionally, he seeks to surpass former England captain Kumar Sangakkara’s record of 12,400 runs, which would elevate him to the sixth position on the all-time Test run-scoring list. These milestones would further cement his legacy in international cricket.
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