Joe Root: News
One amongst the famed quartet of modern-day batting maestros, Joe Root is a right-handed English batsman and part-time right-arm off-spinner. A batsman with scrumptious shots in his arsenal and a love for scoring runs, Root's rise to stardom and England's Test captaincy were meteoric. He made his first-class debut for Yorkshire in 2010. His consistency as a batsman earned him his international debut in a Test match against India in 2012. In what was a slow and difficult pitch in Nagpur, Root showed his mettle by crafting what was the sixth-longest innings in Tests by an English debutant. His maiden Test hundred came against New Zealand in Headingley in 2013. In 2017, he was appointed the captain of the Test team. Root was part of the ICC Test Team of the Year in 2014, 2015, and 2016. His shot-making skills and inherent hunger for runs made him a perfect fit for the English ODI team as well. Making his ODI debut in 2013 against India, Root soon became the glue that held an aggressive English batting order. In the 2019 World Cup, he was the team's top scorer.
England beat Sri Lanka in 3rd ODI, win series 2-1
England beat Sri Lanka in the third and final ODI at R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on January 27.
Harry Brook scripts records with 57-ball ODI hundred vs SL
England skipper Harry Brook was at his destructive best in the third and deciding ODI against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Jacob Bethell gets to his fifth ODI fifty: Stats
England batting sensation Jacob Bethell put on a brilliant show in the third and deciding ODI against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Joe Root completes 7,500 ODI runs with 20th hundred: Stats
Joe Root scripted a ton of records with his 20th hundred in the ODI format.
3rd ODI: Sri Lanka take on England in series decider
Sri Lanka and England are set to clash in the third and final ODI of their three-match series at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on January 27.
'Performance improved tenfold under Brendon McCullum,' feels Joe Root
Batter Joe Root is the latest English player to have come out in support of head coach Brendon McCullum.
Joe Root breaks this international record of Kevin Pietersen: Details
Joe Root has broken Kevin Pietersen's record for the most Player of the Match (POTM) awards in international cricket by an England player.
Harry Brook slams 'worst pitch' after second SL-ENG ODI
England captain Harry Brook has slammed the Khettarama pitch in Colombo as "probably the worst pitch I've ever played on."
Jos Buttler surpasses 5,500 runs in ODIs: Decoding his stats
Jos Buttler has added another feather to his illustrious cap for England in ODIs.
Joe Root slams successive ODI fifties versus Sri Lanka: Stats
Joe Root hit a match-winning 75-run knock versus Sri Lanka to help England win the 2nd ODI in Colombo on Saturday.
England down Sri Lanka, level ODI series 1-1: Key stats
The England cricket team defeated Sri Lanka in the 2nd ODI held at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Saturday.
2nd ODI: Can England bounce back vs Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka and England will clash in the second ODI of their three-match series at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Saturday, January 24.
Sri Lanka pip England in 1st ODI: Report and stats
In a nail-biting 1st ODI, Sri Lanka held their nerves to down England at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday.
Joe Root hammers his 44th half-century in ODIs: Key stats
England batter Joe Root hit a 61-run knock versus Sri Lanka in the 1st ODI at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Thursday.
1st ODI, Ben Duckett hits 62 versus Sri Lanka: Stats
England batter Ben Duckett hit a 62-run knock versus Sri Lanka in the 1st ODI at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Thursday.
Sri Lanka host England in 1st ODI: Preview and stats
The upcoming One Day International (ODI) series between Sri Lanka and England is more than just a cricketing contest.
Chris Woakes backs England's 'Bazball' approach despite Ashes defeat
England cricketer Chris Woakes has defended the Bazball approach, despite his team's 2-2 draw with Australia in the recent Ashes series.
Players with most international centuries versus New Zealand
The third and final ODI between India and New Zealand at Indore's Holkar Stadium saw Virat Kohli's yet another masterclass in run-chasing.
'Looks like couldn't-care-less cricket': Sunil Gavaskar slams England's Ashes loss
Former Indian cricket captain Sunil Gavaskar has criticized the English cricket team for their poor performance in the recently concluded Ashes series.
Australia beat England in Sydney, win 2025/26 Ashes 4-1: Stats
Australia claimed a five-wicket win over England at Sydney Cricket Ground to seal the 2025/26 Ashes 4-1.
Players with most Test centuries since the start of 2021
England batter Joe Root slammed his second Test century in Australia on January 5.
Will Joe Root return to play Down Under in 2029?
England's all-time leading run-scorer in Test cricket, Joe Root has expressed his desire to be part of the next Ashes series in Australia, scheduled for 2029/30.
Listing batters with most 150-plus scores in Test cricket
Joe Root, England's batting stalwart, has scored his 17th score of 150 or more in Test cricket.
5th Ashes Test: Root, Head's batting brilliance headline Day 2
Remarkable knocks from Travis Head and Joe Root headlined the second day of the fifth and final Ashes Test match between Australia and England at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Record-breaking Joe Root gets to 19,000 First-Class runs: Stats
Joe Root scored a brilliant 160, helping England post a total of 384 runs at tea on Day 2 of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Ashes: Joe Root equals Ricky Ponting with 41st Test ton
Joe Root, the England batting talisman, has equaled Australian legend Ricky Ponting's record of 41 Test centuries.
SCG Test: Root-Brook stand leads England's recovery on Day 1
Joe Root and Harry Brook led England's recovery on Day 1 of the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
These player battles can headline the Ashes finale at SCG
The final match of the 2025-2026 Ashes series will get underway at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on January 4.
Australia vs England, 5th Test: Match preview and stats
The fifth and final Ashes Test between Australia and England will begin on January 4 at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Potts, Bashir named in England's squad for 5th Ashes Test
Pacer Matthew Potts is all set to make his first appearance in this Ashes series in the last Test match at the Sydney Cricket Ground, starting on January 4.
'Silly to...': Joe Root defends England management amid Ashes defeat
Star batter Joe Root has defended the current England team management team, including skipper Ben Stokes, head coach Brendon McCullum, and director of cricket Rob Key.
Year-ender: Decoding batters with most Test runs in 2025
The 2025 calendar year in Tests came to a thrilling end with England beating Australia inside two days in the 4th Ashes encounter at the MCG on December 277.
England's Joe Root records his 7th Ashes duck: Key stats
England's Joe Root recorded a 15-ball duck on Day 1 of the 4th Ashes Test in Melbourne on Friday.
Can Joe Root shine in 2025/26 Boxing Day Test? Stats
Star England batter Joe Root recently ended his bid for a maiden Test century in Australia.
Year-ender: Players with most ODI runs in 2025 (Full Members)
The year 2025 saw some explosive knocks across formats.
Listing the best performers in ODI cricket (2025)
Despite the growing popularity of T20Is and the resurgence of Test cricket, ODI cricket continues to be a platform for players to showcase their skills.
Ashes, Adelaide Test: England 6 down, stare at series defeat
England are on the verge of losing the Ashes series after a disappointing performance in the third Test.
Ashes 3rd Test: Australia dominate proceedings on Day 2
Australia are well on top of England in the 3rd Ashes Test after dominating the proceedings on Day 2 at the Adelaide Oval.
Ashes: Pat Cummins claims historic 12th dismissal of Joe Root
Australian captain Pat Cummins has truly made England's batting mainstay Joe Root his bunny in Test cricket.
Will England alter batting line-up amid criticism? Brendon McCullum answers
Brendon McCullum, the head coach of the England cricket team, has defended his players amid criticism over their performance in the ongoing Ashes series.
Joe Root owns three Ashes half-centuries in Adelaide: Key stats
England are hoping to turn their fortunes around in the ongoing 2025/26 Ashes series against Australia.
Ashes: Australia thrash England to extend dominance in Day-Night Tests
Australia have gone 2-0 up in the ongoing The Ashes series by beating England by eight wickets in the second Test at The Gabba, Brisbane.
Mitchell Starc dismisses Joe Root for 11th time (Tests): Stats
Mitchell Starc went on to dismiss Joe Root for a score of 15 on Day 3 of the 2nd Ashes Test.
Joe Root defends England after dropped catches in Brisbane Test
Joe Root, the England cricket team legend, has defended his team's performance in the ongoing day-night Ashes Test at The Gabba in Brisbane.
Listing batters with 40-plus hundreds in Test cricket history
England batting great Joe Root has finally scored his first Test century on Australian soil.
Day-Night Ashes Test: Root, Archer set this 10th-wicket partnership record
England's Joe Root and Jofra Archer have created a new record for the highest-ever 10th wicket partnership in a day-night Test match.
Day-Night Test: Did England think of declaration on Day 1?
After the end of Day 1 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, England opener Zak Crawley clarified that there was no discussion of declaring at nine down to face Australia with the pink ball under lights.
The Ashes: Alastair Cook heaps praise on 'great' Joe Root
Joe Root, the former England captain and one of the world's leading batsmen, scored his first-ever Test century on Australian soil.
Joe Root achieves major Ashes milestones against Australia: Check out
England batter Joe Root scored a valiant 135* on Day 1 of the 2nd Ashes Test at The Gabba, Brisbane, on Thursday.
Brisbane Test (D/N): Heroics of Root, Starc headline Day 1
The opening day of the 2nd Ashes Test between Australia and England at The Gabba, Brisbane, was eventful.
Joe Root sets records with maiden Test century in Australia
The wait is over! England's Joe Root finally has a Test century Down Under.
CA official dismisses Joe Root's concerns over day-night Tests: Details
Cricket Australia (CA) has confirmed that day-night Tests will continue to be a part of its summer calendar, despite recent criticism from England's Joe Root.