The TechQuilt Joe Root Becomes Second-Highest Test Run Scorer in Cricket History
During the ongoing India vs England Test series, Joe Root achieved an incredible feat — becoming the second-highest run scorer in Test cricket with 13,409 runs, overtaking the likes of Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, and Rahul Dravid.
This means that only Sachin Tendulkar, with a staggering 15,921 runs, remains ahead of him. Root’s latest century shows he still has plenty more to give.
Another Century That Proves His Hunger
Root isn’t done yet. On Day 3 of the Manchester Test, the former England captain scored another stunning century, marking his 38th Test hundred. Since 2021, Root has been in spectacular form, racking up 21 Test tons in just a few years.
At only 31 years old, Root has become the youngest player to reach such heights in Test cricket, a milestone few believed possible a decade ago.
Root Joins the Elite 150 Club
Not only does Root have 38 hundreds, but he has also scored 150 or more in an innings a remarkable 16 times. This brings him level with Sri Lankan legend Mahela Jayawardene, and puts him just behind a few elite names in the game.
Let’s take a look at the top players with the most Test hundreds:
- Sachin Tendulkar – 51
- Jacques Kallis – 45
- Ricky Ponting – 41
- Joe Root – 38 (and counting)
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Joe Root’s Home Test Performance Is Among the Best
Root’s consistency isn’t limited to overseas matches. His home Test record is equally impressive, with stats that match some of the game’s all-time greats:
| Player | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | 100s | Highest Score |
| Ricky Ponting | 92 | 154 | 7578 | 56.97 | 23 | 257 |
| Sachin Tendulkar | 94 | 153 | 7216 | 52.67 | 22 | 217 |
| Joe Root | 83 | 145 | 7195 | 55.34 | 23 | 254 |
| Mahela Jayawardene | 81 | 129 | 7167 | 59.72 | 23 | 374 |
| Jacques Kallis | 88 | 143 | 7035 | 56.73 | 23 | 224 |
Conclusion: Joe Root Is a Legend in the Making
Joe Root’s rise to become the second-highest run scorer in Test history is no fluke. It’s a result of dedication, hard work, and a true love for the game. At just 31, with many more years of cricket left in him, Root may very well challenge Sachin Tendulkar’s record in the coming years.
For cricket lovers, this is a moment to cherish. For aspiring cricketers, it’s a lesson in persistence. Joe Root is no longer just England’s star — he’s a global cricket icon.
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