Joe Root Test runs News

After Virat Kohli's retirement. These three modern greats are still standing tall in the longest format. Here's a look at TOP ACTIVE TEST RUN-SCORERS.  

The upcoming five-Test series between England and India isn't just another chapter in their storied rivalry. For Joe Root, it's a defining moment. The former England captain is just 373 runs away from climbing to No. 2 on the all-time Test run-scorers list. This milestone that would place him among the absolute greats of the game.  

Steve Smith achieved the big milestone of 10,000 Test runs during Australia's 1st Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. Smith became the 15th cricketer globally to reach 10,000 Test runs, joining the ranks of legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Jacques Kallis, who have left a lasting legacy. Here's is a list of all 15 batters who have scored 10,000 or more runs in Test cricket:

Joe Root, one of England's finest batsmen, has been a dominant force in Test cricket for over a decade. With a remarkable tally of over 12,000 runs, Root is inching closer to one of the most revered records in the sport—Sachin Tendulkar's all-time Test run tally. As cricket enthusiasts and analysts alike ponder whether Root can surpass the legendary Indian batsman, this listicle delves into the key factors that could determine whether Root will ultimately claim the title of the highest run-scorer in Test history.