Eng vs NZ 1st Test: Joe Root Becomes Joint-Youngest Batter To Score 10000 Test Runs, Leapfrogs Sachin Tendulkar In Elite List

Joe Root scored a phenomenal ton to help England beat New Zealand in 1st Test.

Former England captain Joe Root scored the 26th century of his Test career at Lord's Stadium in London, when his team needed him to perform the most. Root scores a phenomenal ton to guide England to a dramatic win vs New Zealand in 1st Test of the three-match Test series. (Pic Courtesy: Wasim Jaffer / Twitter)

Joe Root completed his century in 157 balls with the help of 9 fours against New Zealand. This is the 26th century of Root's Test career. (Pic Courtesy: @CricCrazyJohns / Twitter)