Category: Cricket
By Aniket Kuila | July 24,2025
In 2021, Root took his first five-wicket haul against India at Ahmedabad.
(Image: Rediff)
That magical 5/8 haul against India is the most economical five-wicket haul by a spinner in Test history.
(Image: InsideSport)
With that Ahmedabad feat, he became the first England captain to take a five-wicket haul since 1983 (Bob Willis) in Tests.
(Image: The Independent)
Against India in Hyderabad, he once again displayed his golden fingers, claiming 4 key wickets and standing out as the best bowler.
(Image: NewsBytes)
Root often breaks important partnerships by dispatching big names with destinations like Rishabh Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal.
(Image: Shutterstock)
His occasional off-spin has often confused batsmen, as it uses minute variations for breaking the middle and lower order.
(Image: Alamy)
With 73 Test wickets from 51 matches (till July 2025), he remains a dependable bowling option, with an ability to support the frontline attack of England.
(Image: Sportshounds)
Explore Ben Stokes 7 Historic Bowling Feats vs India in Test Cricket. For more you can check out our more stories features button