Wed Oct 09 11:51:11 UTC 2024: ## Joe Root Breaks England’s Test Run-Scoring Record, Reaches Milestone Century
**Multan, Pakistan:** England’s veteran batsman Joe Root etched his name in the history books today, becoming the highest run-scorer for England in Test cricket. He achieved this remarkable feat during the first Test match against Pakistan in Multan, surpassing the legendary Alastair Cook’s record.
Root, who has been in excellent form recently, reached the milestone with a century, his 35th in Test cricket. His 132 runs not only propelled England’s score but also pushed him into the top five all-time leading run-scorers in Test history. He is now behind Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, and Rahul Dravid on the list.
This milestone comes just days after Root broke the record for the most centuries by an English batsman, surpassing the legendary Sir Alastair Cook, who held the record with 33 centuries.
Root’s exceptional performance comes at a crucial time for England, who are currently trailing Pakistan by 174 runs in the first innings. The match is poised for an exciting finish, with Root’s form a key factor in England’s hopes of a comeback.
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