Joe Root Breaks 31-Year-Old Record Set by Javed Miandad in Test Cricket
Root has now accumulated 1,925 runs from 40 innings against the Kiwis.
ISLAMABAD: England’s star batsman, Joe Root, has shattered a 31-year-old record held by Pakistan’s legendary cricketer Javed Miandad, setting a new milestone in Test cricket.
Root surpassed Miandad’s record for the most Test runs against New Zealand during the fourth day of the third Test match between England and New Zealand on Tuesday. Root played a vital knock of 54 runs in the second innings, which helped him become the highest run-scorer in Test cricket against New Zealand.
Root has now accumulated 1,925 runs from 40 innings against the Kiwis, surpassing Miandad’s previous record of 1,919 runs, which was achieved in 29 innings. Miandad’s record had stood for over three decades, making it one of the most enduring feats in modern Test cricket.
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This achievement by Root not only reinforces his position as one of the game’s top players but also highlights his consistent excellence in the longer format. His remarkable feat is a testament to his skills and perseverance, making him a pivotal figure in England’s batting line-up.
