- July 28, 2025
Let’s not kid ourselves—when anyone so much as hints at potentially breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s Test runs record, it falls flat faster than a tail-ender is dismissed by prime Wasim Akram. But now? The talk is legitimate. All because of Joe Root—the batting genius of England—who just scored his 38th Test hundred. With 13,409 runs and counting, Joe Root is not just sniffing around greatness—he’s pursuing it.
Vaughan’s Crystal Ball: Root vs Cummins in 2027?
Michael Vaughan didn’t just say Root can break the record—he practically booked the date and venue. The former England skipper envisions Root surpassing Tendulkar during the fourth Ashes Test in 2027, with Pat Cummins innocently drifting one onto Root’s hips. Cue the nudge, the run, and the roar.
Vaughan’s confidence stems from Root’s sheer consistency over the last few years. Since 2021, Root has scored over 5,500 runs at an average north of 56, which is ridiculous when you consider the era of spicy pitches and elite bowlers. Add in his work ethic, love for the game, and a clean bill of health? Vaughan believes the record isn’t just reachable—it’s inevitable.
Shastri’s Logic: Keep England Winning, Keep Root Going
Ravi Shastri, never one to sugarcoat things, brings logic into the mix. According to him, if England keeps winning, Root will stay hungry. And if Root plays another 3.5 to 4 years, Tendulkar’s fortress might finally be breached.
Shastri also credits Ben Stokes’ aggressive captaincy as a key factor in fueling Root’s form. Under Bazball, Root isn’t just scoring runs—he’s scoring them quickly, freely, and often. The winning culture, Shastri believes, is exactly the kind of environment that’ll keep Root focused on piling up runs, not slowing down.
Manjrekar’s Checklist: Fit, Form, and Fixtures
Sanjay Manjrekar takes a more clinical look. He sees no “red flags” in Root’s career path. He’s fit, technically sound, and has no glaring weaknesses—except maybe Jasprit Bumrah outside off. But let’s be real: how many Bumrahs are out there?
More importantly, Manjrekar points out that England simply play a lot of Test cricket. That volume matters. The more innings, the more opportunities. Combine that with Root being a “collector of runs,” and the roadmap to 15,921 doesn’t seem all that unrealistic. His only caution? What happens when Root gets close? Will he go all the way? Or let the record stand out of respect? That’s a mind game we haven’t seen play out yet.
Ponting’s Salute: From Competitor to Believer
Ricky Ponting, now a distant third in the list of all-time run-scorers to Root, didn’t sound the least bit salty about getting passed—he sounded impressed. Ponting described Root as the total package—flair, a real hunger for runs, and down-to-earth as well.
What stands out is Ponting’s view that Root isn’t obsessed with stats, which ironically, could work in his favor. When you’re not chasing numbers, they tend to follow you. Root’s calm, focused approach might just be the secret weapon in this record chase. No pressure, no burnout—just pure cricket.
Atherton’s Math: 30 Tests to Greatness
Michael Atherton isn’t about drama—he deals in numbers. And his math is simple: if Root keeps averaging around 85 runs per Test, he’ll need roughly 30 more matches to catch up with Tendulkar. That’s two-and-a-half years of cricket, assuming no injuries, no drop in form, and no surprise retirements.
Atherton admits that freak injuries or unexpected dips can derail even the best-laid plans. But if the stars align, the current form holds, and Root’s body keeps up? Atherton believes we may well witness history.
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