The record of most runs against a particular team in Tests is an exemplary feat that covers the special batting deeds of some remarkable Test match batters. It highlights the glorious feats of batters who have performed so exceptionally well against certain opponents that what they've bagged in the end in terms of runs has not only carved their legend but given their teams a lot to cherish and cheer about.
Having said that, some records in the longest format of the game, unforgiving and challenging that it may be, can never be undermined. Which is why it becomes almost necessary for us cricket fans to uncover the great achievements of these 5 players with most runs against a particular team in Tests. Let us focus on these records now:
Here's a list of players who have scored the most runs against a particular team in Tests:
1. Joe Root against India: 3249 runs
The moment Joe Root comes to the crease against India, it is almost as if he sees the red ball akin to a basketball, several times bigger than its normal orginal size. His proclivity at scoring big and scoring frequently against India have in the past few years become legendary. A talent of legendary proportions, without much doubt.
What's more impressive is that Root's Test record against India is 3249 Test runs. In this series itself, Root powered two vital hundreds and there are two innings still left in the contest.
2. Don Bradman against England: 5028 runs
There will always be those batters in world cricket whose very achievements will constantly further the appeal and gravitas of the sport. One such remarkable and unforgettable man was Sir Don Bradman. The only man to enjoy a batting average of 99 in Test match cricket. He was known for his massive talent at run scoring for constantly scoring in big ways. A great example of which is his unique record against England against whom he scored 5,028 runs in Test match cricket.
Such a legend.
3. Jack Hobbs against Australia: 3636 runs
The great Jack Hobbs belongs to the period of time where cricketing talent and prowess, if one could argue, were largely restricted to only two or three, at the most, teams, these being- Australia and England. But to his England, the great batter was nothing short of a pure gift. A gift that would come to his very best when it came to carving runs against mighty opponents like Australia.
Hobbs made 3636 runs against the mighty competitive Australian side, a beacon of excellence then and even now.
4. Denis Compton against Australia: 1842 runs
The great Denis Compton, one of the vastly talented Test match all rounders who ever graced the game had a terrific record against the mighty Aussies. He would end up scoring no fewer than 1842 Test match runs from 28 Tests against the oppnent, that would culminate into 51 batting outings. He scored 5 Test tons against the mighty Test opponents of England.
5. Joe Root against New Zealand: 1925 runs
Joe Root's the kind of batter who makes run scoring an art and it's almost as if when he's at the crease, some sort of a milestone has to come to life. Isn't it? His record against New Zealnd, a powerful side featuring greats like Trent Boult, Kane Williamson and able batters like Tom Latham is a mighty feat in itself. Thus far, the iconic batter has scored 1925 Test runs versus the Kiwis and he is in touching distance of scoring 2,000 runs. That in itself, is an achievement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Joe Root's Test record like against India
The brilliant right hander's record is already exceeding 3200 Test match runs
How did Sir Don fare against England in Tests
Sir Bradman scored north of 5,000 runs verus archrival England in Test cricket
