With a magnificent century in the second Test against New Zealand, Joe Root has taken his Test tally to 12886 runs in 151 matches.

Joe Root's remarkable form continues as he notched his 36th Test century against New Zealand. Since 2021, he has amassed an astounding 19 Test hundreds, leaving rivals like Kohli, Smith, and Williamson trailing.

Tendulkar’s away record is equally stellar, with 6,821 runs at an average of 53.70 in 87 Tests. His performances in challenging conditions against the best bowlers further cement his legacy.

England's Joe Root, currently at the peak of his career, is being tipped as a strong contender to surpass Sachin Tendulkar's all-time Test records. With Root completing 151 Test matches, let's look at how the two batting icons measure up at this stage of their illustrious careers.