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Joe Root Smashes Record: England's New Test Run King!

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Jumping over Alastair Cook’s long-standing record, Joe Root has officially claimed the title of England's highest Test run scorer! Find out how he did it and what this milestone means for cricket!

In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Joe Root has made history by officially becoming England's highest Test run-scorer, surpassing the previous record held by Sir Alastair Cook. Achieving this extraordinary feat during the third day's play in the first Test against Pakistan in Multan, Root's milestone run of 12,473 has not only solidified his status as a cricketing legend but also set tongues wagging in the sport’s community. Root’s elegant on-drive that secured him this record was followed by cheers from players, fans, and cricket pundits alike, marking the moment as a turning point in his illustrious career.

While both players have enjoyed stellar careers, Root's achievement has opened up intriguing discussions around their playing styles and their contributions to the sport. For instance, Cook, known for his gritty determination and consistency, faced his fair share of challenges throughout his career, demonstrating a brick wall-like defense against bowling attacks. On the other hand, Root has been hailed for his elegant strokes and propensity to play inventive shots that can dismantle any bowling line-up. Each player's journey has brought unique flair to English cricket, influencing aspiring cricketers across generations.

As the cricket world erupted in applause for Root’s accomplishment, Sir Alastair Cook himself expressed nothing but pride, proclaiming, "What a remarkable player Joe Root is!" While former teammates offer their insights, current captain Ben Stokes hailed the moment as “an unbelievable feat,” shining a light on Root’s continual evolution as a player. The camaraderie between these two cricketing icons exemplifies the supporting spirit of the sport, where records are not just broken but celebrated together.

Interestingly, Root isn’t just in the running to break records – he’s also in fine company. For instance, he now joins the exclusive club of cricketers who have accumulated over 12,000 Test runs, alongside legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting. Furthermore, as he continues to score runs in the ongoing Test series, fans speculate how high his tally will climb before he finally hangs up his boots, eagerly anticipating each innings with bated breath!

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Joe Root overtakes Sir Alastair Cook to become England's all-time ... (BBC Sport)

Joe Root has overtaken Sir Alastair Cook to become England's highest Test run-scorer of all time. Root eclipsed Cook's tally of 12,472 Test runs when he hit ...

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Joe Root becomes England's leading Test run-scorer overtaking Sir ... (Sky Sports)

Joe Root now Englands leading Test run-scorer, eclipses Sir Alastair Cooks mark of 12472 on day three of first Test against Pakistan; Root fifth highest ...

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Alastair Cook reacts as Joe Root breaks his England Test runs record (The Independent)

Joe Root reached a historic milestone during England's Test match against Pakistan in Multan.

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Joe Root overhauls Alastair Cook to become England's record Test ... (The Guardian)

Joe Root has overhauled Alastair Cook as England's record run scorer in Test cricket, passing his former captain's mark of 12472 on day three of the series ...

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How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run ... (Gazette & Herald)

Root has passed fellow former captain Sir Alastair Cook's 12,472 runs and here the PA news agency looks at how he compares. Root vs Cook. "Incredible player.

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Joe Root: England's elegant Test record-breaker (FRANCE 24)

With an immaculate on drive for four, Joe Root surpassed Alastair Cook to become the highest run-scorer in English Test history, cementing his status as one ...

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Sir Alastair Cook backs Joe Root to become all-time leading Test ... (Cumnock Chronicle)

By reaching 72 not out at lunch on day three of the first Test against Pakistan in Multan, Root passed the previous mark of 12,472 runs set by former captain ...

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Joe Root: England batter 'felt different' long before record-breaking ... (BBC News)

Joe Root "felt different" from the first time I bowled to him in the nets. It is no surprise he has broken Sir Alastair Cook's record, writes Steven Finn.

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How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run ... (Keighley News)

Root has passed fellow former captain Sir Alastair Cook's 12,472 runs and here the PA news agency looks at how he compares. Root vs Cook. "Incredible player.

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An unbelievable feat – England captain Ben Stokes hails 'incredible ... (Gazette & Herald)

Root passed former England captain Sir Alastair Cook's record during the first Test in Pakistan.

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How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run ... (The Independent)

Root has passed fellow former captain Sir Alastair Cook's mark of 12472 runs.

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Joe Root racks up hundred after becoming England's record Test ... (The Independent)

By tea he had defied painful pangs of fatigue to reach 119 not out, carrying England's innings to 351 for three.

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Joe Root becomes England's leading Test match run-scorer of all time (Sky News)

Root overtakes Sir Alastair Cook's total of 12472 on day three in Multan when his score reached 71, with him later extending his record of Test hundreds.

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Selfless Joe Root is England's greatest and 'incredible attribute ... (The Independent)

Root breaks Alastair Cook's record and becomes England's highest-ever Test run-scorer.

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Joe Root becomes England's leading Test run-scorer overtaking Sir ... (Mansfield 103.2)

Joe Root has overtaken Sir Alastair Cook as England's leading Test match run-scorer of all time.

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Joe Root breaks record, Pakistan vs England LIVE: first Test, day ... (BBC Sport)

Pakistan host England in the first Test at Multan Cricket Stadium – follow text & score updates plus radio commentary.

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Joe Root reaches the batting heights for which his career was destined (ESPNcricinfo.com)

England's modern great moves clear of Cook with ultimate Test summit still in his sights.

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How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run ... (Gazette & Herald)

Root passed fellow former captain Cook's mark of 12472 runs on the third morning of the first Test in Multan.

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How Joe Root and Sir Alastair Cook compare as England Test run ... (North Wales Chronicle)

Root passed fellow former captain Cook's mark of 12472 runs on the third morning of the first Test in Multan.

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Joe Root is missing one piece of jigsaw to become a true cricketing ... (iNews)

Three ex-England captains back Root to do what was once thought impossible – but that requires an improvement Down Under.

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Joe Root says he has 'plenty left to do' after breaking England Test ... (The Independent)

Root needed 71 to leapfrog Sir Alastair Cook's mark of 12,472 and become the the most prolific batter in the nation's history, securing the honour in emphatic ...

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Joe Root has a 'great chance' to surpass Sachin Tendulkar as Test ... (Sky Sports)

Joe Root became Englands all-time leading Test run-scorer as he made an unbeaten century against Pakistan on Wednesday; Watch day four of the first Test ...

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As a batter, Joe Root honestly isn't much fun to write about any more (King Cricket)

His batting? Not so much. A lot of it comes down to his clinical efficiency. He's always been a lot more Sachin Tendulkar than Brian Lara – relentlessly ...

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History for Joe Root and Harry Brook in Pakistan (Border Counties Advertizer)

The Yorkshire duo racked up relentless double centuries as England turned the screw with a merciless showing in Multan. Peter May and Colin Cowdrey's mark of ...

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Joe Root and Harry Brook break England Test record after double ... (Evening Standard)

Dominant Yorkshire duo surpass Peter May and Colin Cowdrey to produce England's highest Test partnership of all time.

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History for Joe Root and Harry Brook in Pakistan (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The Yorkshire duo racked up relentless double centuries as England turned the screw with a merciless showing in Multan. Peter May and Colin Cowdrey's mark of ...

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Relentless Joe Root and Harry Brook smash England record that ... (The Independent)

England's record Test partnership was spectacularly beaten by the Yorkshire pair on a lifeless pitch in Pakistan.

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History for Joe Root and Harry Brook in Pakistan (North Wales Chronicle)

The Yorkshire duo racked up relentless double centuries as England turned the screw with a merciless showing in Multan. Peter May and Colin Cowdrey's mark of ...

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Pakistan vs England: Harry Brook & Joe Root set up victory charge (BBC News)

Harry Brook becomes the first England batter for 34 years to hit a triple-century in Test cricket on an astonishing fourth day against Pakistan in Multan.

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Joe Root and Harry Brook produce England's highest-ever ... (BT Sport)

Joe Root and Harry Brook were in devastating form, securing England's highest-ever partnership of 454 runs on day four of the First Test against Pakistan.

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Pakistan v England: Devastating visitors close on victory after ... (BT Sport)

Joe Root and Harry Brook were in devastating form, securing England's highest-ever partnership of 454 runs on day four of the First Test against Pakistan.

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England's record-breaking 823 in numbers after historic Joe Root ... (The Independent)

Harry Brook scored a triple century as England put on a record-breaking total against Pakistan.

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'Masterclass': Joe Root hails Harry Brook after England triple-century ... (The Guardian)

Joe Root said after Harry Brook scored 317 in England's 823 for seven declared against Pakistan: 'His record here is a joke. He's got such a complete game'

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Joe Root: Harry Brook's 317 is just the first of his 'monster' scores (ESPNcricinfo.com)

Batter backs team-mate to challenge his England record runs total by end of career.

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Harry Brook has 'hunger of Joe Root' and 'shots like Kevin Pietersen ... (Sky Sports)

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, Joe Root and Harry Brook himself reflect on his dazzling triple-century for England on a record-breaking fourth day in ...

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