Joe Root Joins Elite Club with 14,000 Test Runs
In a remarkable display of skill, Joe Root has become the second cricketer in history to score 14,000 runs in Test cricket, achieving this milestone during the second Test against New Zealand. Root's accomplishment is particularly impressive as he reached this landmark in just 165 matches, surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record of 171 matches. This achievement highlights Root's exceptional talent and places him among the elite in cricket history.
Jun 20, 2026, 20:37 IST
Historic Achievement for Joe Root
During the second Test match against New Zealand at The Oval on Thursday, Joe Root, who is currently serving as England's stand-in captain, reached a remarkable milestone by scoring 14,000 runs in Test cricket. This achievement places him in an exclusive group, making him only the second player in history to accomplish this feat, following the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Notably, while Tendulkar reached this landmark in 171 matches, Root achieved it in just 165 matches.