The 34-year-old surpassed three legends in one day as he cemented his place among the greats – and helped England strengthen their lead

Landmarks were ticked off at regular intervals by Joe Root on day three at Old Trafford in his ascent to the summit of the highest Test run-scorers.

Kevin Pietersen said that batting has become easier than how it was 20–25 years ago. His comments came after Joe Root scored his 38th Test century.

Root was given his Test cap by Collingwood in India—and it was no coincidence. Root became the fielder with the most catches in Test cricket. His career is not just an offshoot of its own; it's linked with legends and history.

Just one man stands in the way of Joe Root and cricketing history. With his latest batting masterclass of 150, the England star became the second highest run-scorer in test cricket behind India great Sachin Tendulkar.

Joe Root scored an impressive 150, moving to second place among leading Test run-scorers, as England built a significant lead over India in the fourth Test.

Joe Root moved to second in the all-time top run scorer charts to help England surpass India's first innings total on day three of the fourth test at Old Trafford, the hosts 433-4 at tea on Friday, leading by 75 runs.