Joe Root Becomes Fastest to 13,000 Test Runs A Historic Milestone in Cricket
England’s premier batsman Joe Root etched his name in the annals of cricket history by becoming the fastest player to reach 13,000 runs in Test cricket. This remarkable milestone came during England’s one-off Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge on May 22, 2025. Root’s composed 34-run knock took him past the legendary Jacques Kallis, marking another monumental chapter in his stellar career.
Joe Root recently achieved the prestigious milestone of 13,000 Test runs in just 153 matches, surpassing the long-standing record held by South African great Jacques Kallis (159 matches). This feat not only underscores Root’s consistency and excellence but also places him among cricket’s all-time greats. The record was set during England’s match against Zimbabwe, making global headlines across the sporting world.
Joe Root, England’s dependable middle-order mainstay, has been a cornerstone of the national side for over a decade. Since his debut in 2012, Root has,
Root’s achievement has global significance,
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