Root has now accumulated 1,925 runs from 40 innings against the Kiwis.
Joe Root breaks 31-year-old record set by Javed Miandad in test cricket. 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.
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.
Saim Ayub creates history: Youngest to score century against SA while chasing
Saim Ayub became the youngest player to score a century against South Africa while chasing, achieving this remarkable feat at just 22 years and 207 days.
Ayub’s stellar knock came in 2024, breaking records and surpassing some of cricket’s legendary names.
Adding another feather to his cap, Ayub also set a new record as the youngest player to score a century in South Africa while chasing. The previous record-holder, Quinton de Kock, achieved this milestone at 23 years and 48 days in 2016.
Overall, Ayub now ranks as the third youngest player to score a century against South Africa in ODI cricket. He trails only Ahmed Shehzad (22 years, four days) and Kane Williamson (22 years, 167 days), whose remarkable knocks also came on South African soil.
The achievement highlights Saim Ayub’s immense talent and cements his place among the cricketing elite at such a young age. Fans around the globe are now eagerly watching as this rising star continues to make his mark in international cricket.
