Joe Root Sets Record with 34th Test Century

Joe Root celebrated his record-breaking 34th Test century, surpassing Alastair Cook to become England's leading century-maker, as he scored 103 in the second innings against Sri Lanka. Root expressed his desire to continue contributing to the team, emphasizing the joy he finds in the current team's environment under coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes. He highlighted his recent success, having scored centuries in both innings for the first time in his career during this match. The Yorkshireman acknowledged the need for continuous improvement and adaptation in the game, attributing his form to a deeper understanding of his strengths and weaknesses developed during the pandemic. Root's impressive performance places him joint sixth on the all-time Test century list, alongside legends like Younis Khan and Brian Lara. He remains focused on enjoying the game and evolving as a player without setting specific limits on his ambitions.