England Batter joe root said he was pleased with decision the second-most leading run -scorer in tests, while adding that personal millstones take a backseat when it comes to winning
Root, 34, Overtook Ricky Ponting (Australia), Jacques Kallis (South Africa) and Rahul Dravid (India) on Day Three of the manchester test to become number in the list for most for mostly for Most Runs Scored in Test Runs Scored in Test Runs 13409.
Sachin Tendulkar Leads The List With 15,921 Runs in 200 Tests.
“It is pretty cool. You look at the names [on the list]ALL People are that I tried to be while growing up playing in the garden, on the streets, on the driveways. Even to be mentioned in the same sentence as these guys is a bit of a ‘Pinch yourself’ moment, “Root Told Sky Sports Cricket,
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When asked if he was aware of the impending records ahead of the third day’s play, the former england captain said, “You can’t avoid it, they are always! Mind With the sun being out to try and get ahead and put yourself in a position to win a test match. “
Root brought up his 38th test Hindred before he was dimissed for 150 with england in a commanding position to push for a series win.
He added, “When it comes to it, that [personal records] Has to take a backward Seat. It’s not about you, it’s about winning the game. You are not doing your job properly, if you are concentrating on yourself. “
