Joe Root Shared His Love For 'Idol' Sachin Tendulkar Amidst Comparison With Indian Great
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England's star batter Joe Root (Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X.com)
England's man of the hour, Joe Root, has been the talk of the town mainly due to his heroics in the ongoing England Tour of Pakistan, where the prolific batter broke record after record as he slammed a brilliant score of 262 runs off 375 balls in the first Test match at Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan.
Joe Root, England's leading run-scorer in Tests, has had a remarkable month. His performances at Lord's and against Shan Masood and Co. have been nothing short of extraordinary. With his current form, he has not only equalled one record of Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar but also stands on the brink of surpassing another one.
Root Eyes Tendulkar's Test Record
The Indian southpaw holds the record for 51 Test centuries, the highest by any cricketer ever. Looking at Root's splendid form and unwavering determination, there is no doubt that he could very well come close to dethroning Tendulkar.
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During this period of success, an old interview with Joe Root has resurfaced. In this interview with the Zee Network, Root expressed his admiration for Sachin Tendulkar's illustrious journey and the way he handled immense pressure throughout his 24-year career. Root's respect for the game and its legends is evident in his words.
"What Sachin has achieved is just remarkable. His longevity and ability to perform at a high level from such a young age, while continually developing his game, are truly inspiring. He carried the weight of pressure on his shoulders for over 20 years.
He made his debut before I was born and played during my debut, highlighting his influence on the sport. He was a standout for me as a kid growing up," Root stated.
Joe Root's Historic Double Century Feat
During his outstanding innings in the Multan Test, Joe Root reached a remarkable milestone, becoming only the third batter in history to score double centuries in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. This achievement places him alongside cricketing legends Virender Sehwag and Mahela Jayawardene.
Root's success in these trying conditions-just a befitting description of his status as one of the prime batters of this generation. Double hundred and a jaw-dropping 454-run partnership with Harry Brook tightened up the game for England.
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