Former England captain Joe Root has achieved another milestone by becoming the fourth player in Test cricket history to score 100 fifty-plus innings. This remarkable feat highlights Root’s exceptional consistency throughout his illustrious career.
Root reached this landmark during the second day of the second Test against New Zealand in Wellington. His fifth Test fifty of 2024 adds to an already impressive year that includes five centuries. This performance solidifies his standing among modern cricketing greats.
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Over the past four years, Root has maintained an extraordinary Test batting average of 56.29, further establishing himself as a cornerstone of England’s batting lineup. In this match, Root also surpassed Indian legend Rahul Dravid’s record of 99 fifty-plus scores, climbing to fourth place on the all-time list.
The leaderboard features legends like Sachin Tendulkar (119 fifty-plus scores), Jacques Kallis (103), and Ricky Ponting (103), with Root being the only active cricketer among the top ten. Having played 151 Tests and approaching 13,000 Test runs, Root continues to prove his reliability in the longest format.
With his current form, Root is well-positioned to surpass Kallis and Ponting soon, with Tendulkar’s record remaining a long-term goal. His ongoing achievements may eventually place him among the greatest batters in Test cricket history.
