Joe Root has achieved another significant milestone in his illustrious cricketing career by securing the 5th position on the all-time list of players with the most fifty-plus scores in Test cricket. The England batsman now boasts an impressive 98 scores of fifty or more, placing him just behind some of the game’s greatest legends.

At the top of this prestigious list is India’s Sachin Tendulkar, who not only holds the record with 119 fifty-plus scores but is also recognized as the richest cricketer in the world. Tendulkar’s achievements both on and off the field have set a benchmark for future generations.

Following Tendulkar, South Africa’s Jacques Kallis and Australia’s Ricky Ponting are tied with 103 fifty-plus scores each. India’s Rahul Dravid is in 4th place with 99 fifty-plus scores, just ahead of Root.

Root’s consistent performances have been a cornerstone of England’s batting lineup, and his ability to regularly contribute with significant scores has been crucial for his team. With just one more fifty-plus score needed to reach a century of such innings, Root is on the verge of joining an elite club.

As Root continues to play for England, there is a strong possibility that he could move up even further in the rankings, adding to his legacy as one of the finest batsmen in the history of Test cricket.