Joe Root, Ricky Ponting and Test
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Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy, 2025: Joe Root Goes Past Ricky Ponting as 2nd Prolific Test Run Scorer
Root was given his Test cap by Collingwood in India—and it was no coincidence. Root became the fielder with the most catches in Test cricket. His career is not just an offshoot of its own; it's linked with legends and history.
Ricky Ponting insisted there is “absolutely no reason” why Joe Root cannot become Test cricket’s all-time top run-scorer after he was leapfrogged to second on the list by the Yorkshireman.It was another red-letter day for Root,
Joe Root became the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket as he continued his march towards Sachin Tendulkar. Meanwhile, Root revealed how he used to imitate the batting greats during his youth days and how it feels to be in their company now.
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Asianet Newsable on MSNENG vs IND: Ricky Ponting Backs Sai Sudharsan as India's Future No.3 Batter in Tests
Ricky Ponting believes Sai Sudharsan has the potential to solidify India's number three position in Test cricket. He emphasizes the importance of team management, showing faith in the young batter.
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Joe Root Surpasses Ponting, Becomes Second-Highest Test Run Scorer
Joe Root overtakes Ricky Ponting, becomes Test cricket’s second-highest run scorer, notches his 38th century, and breaks multiple records against India in the Manchester Test.
Watch the best shots as Joe Root scores his 38th Test century as England dominate India on day three of the fourth Test at Old Trafford.
Joe Root surpassed Australian great Ricky Ponting's career tally during a magnificent innings at Old Trafford, accumulating 13,379 Test runs to claim second place amongst the sport's all-time leading scorers.