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Joe Root is on the verge of making history at Edgbaston, needing just 80 runs to become the first batter with 1,000 Test runs at the venue. His stellar record against India also puts him 73 runs shy of 3,000 in the rivalry. With England leading the series 1-0, Root’s form could be decisive. Fans wonder if he’ll edge closer to Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time Test record.

Key Points: Joe Root Eyes Edgbaston Milestones as England Face India

  • Root averages 70.76 at Edgbaston with 920 runs
  • He’s 73 runs away from 3,000 vs India
  • Scored 424 runs in last 3 Birmingham Tests
  • England lead series 1-0 ahead of 2nd Test
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Will Joe Root continue his fine run at Edgbaston?

Joe Root aims for 1,000 Edgbaston Test runs and 3,000 vs India as England lead the series. Can he continue his dominance?

"Root needs 80 runs to become the first batter with 1,000 Edgbaston Test runs – Stats Revealed"

Edgbaston, June 28

As England aims to solidify their chances of winning the five-match series during the second Test against India at Edgbaston, all eyes will be on their premier batter Joe Root, who has a fantastic record at the venue.

The second test will start from July 2 onwards. England is leading the five-match series 1-0.

At the venue, Root is England's and overall all-time highest run-getter, with 920 runs in nine Tests and 16 innings at an average of 70.76. This includes three centuries and five fifties. His best score is 142*.

Root needs another 80 runs to become the first-ever batter to score 1,000 runs at this venue in Test cricket.

Root is also England's all-time highest run-getter against India, and 73 more runs will make him the first English batter to score 3,000 Test runs against India. Currently in 31 Tests and 57 innings, he has scored 2,927 runs at an average of 58.54, with 10 centuries and 12 fifties. His best score is 218.

During his last three Tests at Birmingham, Root has made 424 runs in five innings at an average of 141.33, with two centuries and a fifty. His best score is 142*.

Will Root continue his fine run against India and keep his pursuit of Sachin Tendulkar's all-time high tally of 15,921 Test runs in the right direction following a match-winning fifty at Leeds?

England Men's Test squad for 2nd Test: Ben Stokes (capt), Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Sam Cook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Chris Woakes.

- ANI

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Priya S
Root's stats are impressive, but cricket is a team game. India needs to focus on their batting too - our top order collapsed like a house of cards in the first Test. Hope Kohli finds his form this time! 🤞
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Aman W
As an Indian fan, I respect Root's consistency. But records are meant to be broken! Jadeja should bowl tight lines to him. Remember how Ashwin troubled him in India? Need similar plans now.
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Sarah B
Root is in phenomenal form, but let's not forget India's bowling attack is world-class. The battle between Root vs Bumrah/Shami will be the highlight of this Test match. Can't wait! 🏏
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Karthik V
Root's average of 141 in last 3 Tests at Edgbaston is scary! But our team has bounced back stronger after first Test losses before. Need Pant to play his natural game and put pressure back on England.
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Nisha Z
While Root's performance is commendable, the article overlooks India's strong record at Edgbaston too. We won here in 2018! The pitch might assist spinners later - Ashwin could be our trump card if selected.
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David E
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