Joe Root added another feather to his illustrious career, smashing his 36th Test century during the ongoing series against New Zealand. The English batting maestro continues to cement his legacy as one of the greatest Test cricketers of all time. His latest ton places him within striking distance of Sachin Tendulkar’s record Test runs, a milestone considered almost insurmountable in the modern era. As he edges closer to Tendulkar’s milestone, cricket fans around the world are witnessing a modern legend etching his name in the annals of Test cricket history. Scroll down to check top 5 run scorers in Test cricket.
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England’s Joe Root scored his 36th Test century, matching Rahul Dravid’s tally of hundreds during the Test against New Zealand.
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Root, who is well-positioned to challenge Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most runs in Test cricket, also has a chance to surpass Tendulkar’s record for the most Test centuries.
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Sachin Tendulkar is the highest run-scorer in Test cricket history. Known as the “Little Master,” he played 200 matches, scored 51 centuries, and 68 half-centuries. His career spanned from 1989 to 2013, making significant contributions to Indian cricket.
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Ricky Ponting, a dominant force in Australian cricket, accumulated 13,378 runs in 168 Test matches. Known for his aggressive batting style and leadership, Ponting scored 41 centuries and 62 half-centuries, playing a pivotal role in Australia’s cricketing success.
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Jacques Kallis is regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket. He scored 13,289 runs in 166 Test matches, including 45 centuries and 58 half-centuries. Kallis’ ability to excel with both bat and ball made him a cornerstone of South African cricket.
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Rahul Dravid, known as “The Wall,” was renowned for his solid and dependable batting. He scored 13,288 runs in 164 Tests, including 36 centuries and 63 half-centuries. Dravid’s technique and temperament made him a key player for India.
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Joe Root is the only active cricketer on the list and has a realistic chance of breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most runs. He is the backbone of England’s batting, recently, he scored his 36nd Test century against New Zealand.
