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Joe Root Reaches 200 ODI Milestone for England
13 Nov
Summary
- Joe Root played his 200th ODI for England on November 13, 2026.
- He is only the third cricketer to achieve this feat for England.
- Root is England's highest run-scorer in ODIs and has 401 international caps.
On November 13, 2026, Joe Root marked a historic occasion by playing his 200th One Day International (ODI) for England. This appearance places him in an exclusive club, as he is only the third English cricketer to reach this significant milestone in the ODI format.
Root's career achievements extend beyond this particular format. He is recognized as England's highest run-scorer in ODIs. Furthermore, his participation in this match equalled James Anderson's tally of 401 international appearances for England, positioning him just behind Jos Buttler, who has played 424 matches across all formats.
The record for the most international cricket matches played globally belongs to India's Sachin Tendulkar, who amassed 664 appearances between 1989 and 2013. Tendulkar holds numerous records, including the most international runs and centuries, and is the most-capped player in both Test and ODI cricket.
