Joe Root, during a superb innings of exactly 150 in the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford, went from fifth to second in the list of the highest run-scorers in Test cricket.

Joe Root's magnificent century against India at Old Trafford not only solidified his dominance but also propelled him to second place in Test run-scoring, surpassing Ricky Ponting. Root's record-breaking innings included surpassing legends like Don Bradman and equalling records for home centuries.

After surpassing the likes of Rahul Dravid, Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting, Joe Root now remains only behind India legend Sachin Tendulkar (15,291) in the all-time run charts.

England fourth Test being played at Old Trafford in Manchester, England's star batsman Joe Root set a big record. Root surpassed Rahul Dravid and Jacques Kallis to become the third-highest run scorer in Test cricket.

Joe Root moved to second place in the all-time Test run-scorers list during the Manchester Test. His achievement highlights his consistency and raises expectations of surpassing Sachin Tendulkar.

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.