Joe Root's Quest to Break Records in Upcoming Test Series Against India

As England prepares to face India in the World Test Championship 2025-27, Joe Root is in the spotlight, aiming to break several records held by cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. With the series starting this Friday at Headingley, Root's performance could redefine milestones in Test cricket. He is just a few runs away from surpassing Tendulkar's half-century record and is also on track to become the highest run-scorer in international matches between the two nations. This series presents a golden opportunity for Root to solidify his legacy as one of the game's greats.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 19, 2025, 16:04 IST

England's Test Series Against India Begins

England is set to kick off their journey in the World Test Championship 2025-27 with a series against India at Headingley, Leeds, starting this Friday. As the five-match series approaches, Joe Root has become a focal point, recognized by many as a key player for the team. His remarkable skills on the field have led to expectations that he could dominate the series and potentially surpass several records established by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

Half-Century Record in IND Vs ENG Tests

Sunil Gavaskar, the Indian cricket icon and former captain, holds the record for the most half-centuries against England in Test cricket, with a total of 16. Joe Root, currently in third place with 11 fifties, is closing in on this record. If Root manages to score six more half-centuries in the upcoming series, he will break Tendulkar's record of 13, setting a new benchmark for the most half-centuries by any player in Tests between India and England. His consistent performance and determination to score runs will be crucial as the prestigious five-match series commences.

Root Aims for Tendulkar and Kohli's All-Format Records

In addition to his pursuit of Tendulkar's Test records, Root is also aiming to surpass the highest run tally in international matches between India and England. With a current score of 3,858 runs, he needs just 133 more runs to overtake Tendulkar and 179 runs to surpass Virat Kohli's top three scores. In terms of half-centuries in India-England encounters, Root ranks 28th, just five runs shy of tying with Kohli and Tendulkar. With five matches lined up, Root has a significant opportunity to achieve multiple milestones and reinforce his status as one of the leading batsmen in this esteemed rivalry.