Root makes history & hits half-century

Joe Root scored his 50th Test century on May 29, 2024, during the first Test match between England and New Zealand. This milestone century marked a significant achievement in his career, making him the first English batter to reach this landmark in Test cricket history. Root's performance was crucial in England's batting effort on day four of the match, contributing to a strong total against the New Zealand bowling attack. The match, part of the men's Test Match series, saw Root reach the half-century mark with a composed display of batting.