In a remarkable display of skill and consistency, Joe Root showcased his batting prowess by scoring centuries in both innings of the Test match at Lord’s. Root’s innings of 143 runs off 206 balls in the first innings and 103 runs off 121 balls in the second innings solidified his place in cricket history as the fourth batsman to achieve this feat at Lord’s. The ongoing three-match series between England and Sri Lanka has witnessed Root’s exceptional form as he continues to dominate the crease.
Root’s remarkable achievement follows in the footsteps of former player Michael Vaughan, who last accomplished this milestone against West Indies in 2004. Root’s feat comes after a gap of 20 years since Vaughan’s record, with predecessors such as Graham Gooch and George Hadley setting the stage for such remarkable performances in 1990 and 1939, respectively.
This match marks a significant milestone in Root’s Test career, as it is the first time he has scored consecutive centuries in a Test match. His total tally of 34 centuries places him ahead of former captain Alastair Cook, who previously held the record for the most centuries in Test cricket for England with 33 centuries.
Root’s achievement propels him to the top of the list of active players with the most centuries, surpassing the likes of Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Steve Smith. Root’s exceptional form in recent years has seen him rise to prominence in the cricketing world, securing his position as a dominant force in the sport.
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