Joe Root Becomes Fastest to 13,000 Test Runs in Cricket History
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Joe Root becomes the fastest to reach 13,000 Test runs |
| Date | May 22, 2025 |
| Match | England vs Zimbabwe, One-off Test |
| Venue | Trent Bridge, England |
| Runs Scored in Match | 34 (off 44 balls) |
| Innings Required | 153 |
| Previous Record Holder | Jacques Kallis (159 innings) |
| Dismissed By | Blessing Muzarabani |
| Career Highlights | - Debuted in 2012 <br> - England's captain (2017-2022) <br> - 30+ Test centuries (as of May 2025) |
| Significance | - Inspires emerging cricketers <br> - Enhances England's Test cricket legacy <br> - Highlights the importance of the traditional format |