Joe Root showcased his brilliance once again by scoring a remarkable Test century on Saturday during the second Test match between England and Sri Lanka at Lord’s Cricket Ground. Despite a shaky start with four early wickets falling, Root’s resilient innings propelled the hosts past the 300-run mark.
Leading the Pack in Test Centuries
With his latest century, Root now leads the pack among active players with an impressive total of 34 Test tons. Following closely behind are Kane Williamson and Steve Smith, each boasting 32 centuries in their Test careers.
Virat Kohli from India secures the fourth spot with 29 centuries to his name, while Cheteshwara Pujara holds the fifth position with 19 Test centuries.
Top Performers in Test Cricket Among Active Players
| Player | Country | Matches | Runs | Test 100s | Test 50s | High Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Root | England | 145 | 12234 | 34 | 64 | 254 |
| Kane Williamson | New Zealand | 100 | 8743 | 32 | 34 | 251 |
| Steven Smith | Australia | 109 | 9685 | 32 | 41 | 239 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 113 | 8848 | 29 | 30 | 254* |
| Cheteshwar Pujara | India | 103 | 7195 | 19 | 35 | 206* |
| Dimuth Karunaratne | Sri Lanka | 91 | 6899 | 16 | 37 | 244 |
| Angelo Mathews | Sri Lanka | 109 | 7608 | 16 | 41 | 200* |
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