Joe Root surpasses Virat Kohli's ODI record with unbeaten 99 against India
English cricketer Joe Root scored an unbeaten 99 to lead England to a victory over India in the second ODI. This performance allowed Root to surpass Virat Kohli for the highest batting average in successful ODI run chases.
Why it matters
The achievement marks a significant statistical milestone in international cricket, highlighting Root's consistency in high-pressure scenarios.
Joe Root produced another chasing masterclass to guide England to a four-wicket victory over India in the second ODI at Cardiff, finishing unbeaten on 99 and helping the hosts level the three-match series 1-1. And goes ahead of Virat Kohli in average while chasing. Walking in on the very first ball of England's innings after Ben Duckett was dismissed for a duck, Root absorbed the early pressure from Jasprit Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna before taking complete control of the 234-run chase. His composed 99* off 133 deliveries, featuring nine boundaries, anchored England's innings as he stitched together crucial partnerships with Sam Curran, Will Jacks and Gus Atkinson to steer the hosts home.The knock also saw Root overtake Virat Kohli in the list of highest batting averages in successful ODI run chases (minimum 2,000 runs).Highest batting average in successful ODI chases (min.
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