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England’s innings in the ongoing Test against India at Leeds was bolstered by Ollie Pope’s unbeaten century, pushing the team to 209/3 by the close of day two.
Pope’s resilient batting has provided a solid platform for England, complementing the efforts of senior players.
Joe Root, England’s former captain, also made headlines by surpassing two significant records during the match. He broke Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most runs scored in England-India Test matches on English soil, previously held at 1,574 runs.
Additionally, Root surpassed Sri Lankan legend Sanath Jayasuriya in the list of most international runs, crossing 21,025 runs.
Root’s career statistics are impressive, with 21,053 runs in 479 innings across 366 matches, averaging 49.30, including 54 centuries and 112 fifties, and a highest score of 262.These milestones underscore England’s strong batting lineup and the individual brilliance contributing to their position in the Test.
As the match progresses, England will look to build on this foundation, with Pope’s unbeaten century setting the tone for a competitive total against India.
“Root has shattered the record of Tendulkar for most runs between England and India in Test cricket at the former's home,” highlighting the significance of the achievement.
The ongoing Test at Leeds remains a key contest, with England’s batting depth on full display.
Sources: Ollie Pope scored an unbeaten century, lifting England to 209/3 against India in the ongoing Test at Leeds. Meanwhile, Joe Root surpassed Sanath Jayasuriya’s international runs record and broke Tendulkar’s England-India home Test runs record, highlighting England’s strong batting performance.
