Joe Root’s 7 Must-See Bowling Records: Test Cricket’s Golden Arm

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By Aniket Kuila | July 24,2025

First-ever Five-Wicket Haul in the Maiden Test (5/8 against India, 2021)

In 2021, Root took his first five-wicket haul against India at Ahmedabad.

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Most Economical Fifer by a Spinner

That magical 5/8 haul against India is the most economical five-wicket haul by a spinner in Test history.

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First England Captain's Fifer Since Ages

With that Ahmedabad feat, he became the first England captain to take a five-wicket haul since 1983 (Bob Willis) in Tests.

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Second Best Figure (4/79 against India, 2024)

Against India in Hyderabad, he once again displayed his golden fingers, claiming 4 key wickets and standing out as the best bowler.

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Taking Out Top Order Batsmen

Root often breaks important partnerships by dispatching big names with destinations like Rishabh Pant and Yashasvi Jaiswal.

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Unexpected Element

His occasional off-spin has often confused batsmen, as it uses minute variations for breaking the middle and lower order.

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Regular Performer

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.

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