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'Joe Root Will Be Cursed!': Bold Prediction As Stunning Stat Claims England Star Will Surpass Sachin Tendulkar
Joe Root is inching closer to becoming Test cricket's leading run-getter and it's being predicted that nobody will be able to challenge his legacy. Joe Root has been predicted to become Test cricket's all-time leading run-getter and judging from the current trend, it has been claimed that his legacy will remain unchallenged. India legend Sachin Tendulkar currently holds the record for having scored the most runs in Test cricket history with 15,921 runs from 200 games. Root, who is 34, has taken his tally to 13270 and should he manage to maintain his current form and level of fitness, can even surpass Tendulkar. Root, a former England captain, is right now fifth on the list with Rahul Dravid (13,288), Jacques Kallis (13,289), and Ricky Ponting (13,378) ahead of him. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that Root has four year of cricket ahead of him and will have accumulated 19,000 Test runs by the time he retires. 'Look at his (Root) age," Shastri said while commentating for Sky Sports during the second day of the 4th Test between India and England currently underway in Manchester. 'Look at the number of matches. He's played 157 (Tests). So you would imagine he would go past three (players) ahead of him in almost three Test matches." 'And then he's got about 40 Test matches. Sachin has played 200 Tests. Root has played 160 (157). He's still young. He has four years of cricket ahead of him. And what will separate him and Tendulkar will be around 3,000 runs. When you're hot, you're hot. In the meantime, he has age on his side," he added. Former England captain Michael Atherton, who was also on air, joined the conversation revealing that Sky Sports statistician Benedict Bermange has informed him that Root has 60.28% chance of breaking Tendulkar's record. 'Benedict reliably informed me that he's got a 60.28% chance of beating Sachin Tendulkar. I don't know how he worked that out," Atherton said. Shastri chimed in. 'I tell you that it won't be music to the ears of the Indians. It's just coming about to bedtime in India, and you've given us a stat – 60.28," he quipped. 'He'll be cursed. Millions of homes around Mumbai right now," added Atherton. Root's Legacy Will Be Unchallenged Atherton then made a bold prediction: If and once Root breaks the record, it's unlikely that anyone will surpass that since the interest in Test cricket continues to diminish. 'Wherever Joe Root finishes, say, for example, he went past Sachin. I'm not so sure anybody will go past that just because of the nature of the way the game is going. People will play fewer Test matches, I would imagine, in the years to come," Atherton said. Shastri agreed and said it will act as a fuel. '…that's what's going to drive him. He knows that. He will know that more than anybody else. The way the game is going, the three formats of the game," Shastri said. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
an hour ago
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IND vs ENG Test: 'It was two against eleven – I loved it' - Zak Crawley opens up on Lord's firefight with Team India
England's Zak Crawley (L) and India's Shubman Gill (R) were involved in a heated exchange at Lord's. (AFP Photo) England opener Zak Crawley has shed light on the fiery confrontation with India captain Shubman Gill during the tense third day of the Lord's Test, calling it one of the most exhilarating moments of the series so far. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The drama unfolded late on Day 3, when Crawley and fellow opener Ben Duckett took 90 seconds longer than usual to walk out to bat. The delay drew immediate protest from Gill, who accused the duo of deliberately wasting time to face fewer deliveries before stumps. What followed was a heated exchange, with nearly the entire Indian team surrounding the batters in an intense verbal standoff. How and why Rishabh Pant's England tour could come to an abrupt end due to toe fracture Recalling the moment, Crawley said at the post-day press conference of the Manchester Test on Thursday: "I've always enjoyed that part of cricket, to be honest, especially when you're batting. There's two of you against eleven, and they're desperate to get you out, and they're chirping you... I loved that little eight-minute passage." Poll Do you think on-field confrontations enhance the excitement of a cricket match? Yes, they add to the drama No, they distract from the game Depends on the context He emphasised that the confrontation didn't cross any lines: "No one stepped over the line. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo I thought everyone was in good spirits. It was just competitive cricket, and I really enjoyed it." The altercation fired up both teams. Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah came out steaming the next day, and by Day 5, England's response was equally fierce. Ben Stokes delivered a relentless 10-over spell, and Jofra Archer unleashed raw pace to help bowl India out for 170, sealing a dramatic 22-run win. Why Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah lost their cool in last five minutes of Day 3 vs England Addressing the delay, Crawley clarified: "No, no. Not at all. I sit in my spot until the umpires go out. I wasn't aware we were 90 seconds late, but fair enough." Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
IND vs ENG 4th Test: ‘Playing through pain' - Sachin Tendulkar lauds Rishabh Pant's gritty fifty in Manchester
India's Rishabh Pant comes down for the batting during the second day. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: In a stirring display of courage and class, Rishabh Pant once again proved why he is India's heartbeat in Test cricket, battling through a toe injury to script a fighting fifty on Day 2 of the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford. The left-hander walked out to bat with a visible limp after Shardul Thakur's dismissal, triggering a standing ovation from the Manchester crowd — and admiration from cricketing legends worldwide. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Pant, undeterred by pain, struck 54 off 75 balls, peppered with three boundaries and two sixes, matching Virender Sehwag's all-time Indian record of 90 sixes in Test cricket. His brave effort, however, was more than just numbers. How and why Rishabh Pant's England tour could come to an abrupt end due to toe fracture India's cricketing icon Sachin Tendulkar led the chorus of praise, posting on X: 'Resilience is about playing through pain and rising above it. @RishabhPant17 showed tremendous character by walking back into the game with an injury and delivering a performance like that. His fifty is a powerful reminder of the grit and determination it takes to represent your country.' Former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh echoed the sentiment on Instagram, writing: 'True spirit shows up when the spirit is indomitable! Injury can shake the body but not the mind, good stuff @rishabhpant.' Veteran pacer Ishant Sharma also lauded Pant's grit in an interview with ANI: 'This shows how mentally strong he is. If someone does not give up in life, then they can make a comeback in life.' Poll What do you think of Rishabh Pant's performance despite his injury? Incredible display of courage Just a good innings Should have rested Pant's knock was not only inspirational but historic. He overtook Rohit Sharma to become India's leading run-scorer in the World Test Championship era, now sitting on 2731 runs in 38 Tests. The fifty in Manchester also pushed him past MS Dhoni in 50+ scores for Indian wicketkeepers — Pant now has 14, compared to Dhoni's 13. In pain, but never in doubt, Pant's innings was a celebration of resilience, a moment that left fans and legends alike in awe — and one that will be etched in the folklore of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
