Joe Root, England’s top batter, is looking forward to a big year of Test cricket with home series against India and an away Ashes in Australia. He described the challenges ahead as epic and praised the Indian team for being well rounded. Everyone will want to talk about the Ashes but we have to focus on beating a very strong Indian team, he said.
Root noted India’s growth in all formats: They have a solid seam attack, talented batters and a strong spin game. They’ll give us a tough time anywhere but we have a good record at home so it should be a great series. We need to go into it with confidence but also respect for them.
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In his 30 Tests against India, Root has scored 2,846 runs at 58.08, with 10 centuries and 11 fifties. His highest score is 218 and at home his average is 74.95 with 1,574 runs in 15 Tests. Against Australia he has 2,428 runs in 34 Tests at 40.46 with four centuries and 18 fifties. In 14 Tests in Australia his average is 35.68.
Root also looked back on his journey with the England team since his debut 13 years ago. He wants to keep enjoying the game without the pressure of scoring a ton in the Ashes. He shared a nostalgic memory of watching his dad play and those childhood days spent in the garden with his brother, dreaming of being a cricketer.
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I feel lucky to play for England, he said. Getting to play at incredible venues around the world and experience different cultures is amazing. It’s about enjoying the moment and making the most of it without worrying too much about the future.
