Joe Root

Joe Root is an English cricketer and Test team captain known for his exceptional right-handed batting and occasional off-spin bowling.

Cricket Player

December 30, 1990

Capricorn

34

Sheffield, England

Joe Root, born in Sheffield, England, on December 30, 1990, continues to be a celebrated cricketer and a prominent figure in the sport. Since the last update in 2019, Root has achieved even greater heights in his career.

In 2021, Root’s exceptional performances earned him the prestigious ICC Test Player of the Year award, making him the first English player to receive this honor since Andrew Flintoff in 2005. He further solidified his status as one of the world’s best batsmen by winning the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year in the same year.

Root’s remarkable achievements include amassing over 10,000 runs in Test cricket, a testament to his consistency and skill. He holds the record for the most Test centuries by an active English cricketer, with an impressive tally of 28 centuries.

As England’s Test captain, Root has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic acumen. Under his guidance, the team has achieved notable victories and maintained a strong position in international cricket.

Beyond his cricketing achievements, Root is known for his dedication to mental health awareness. He has openly shared his personal struggles with anxiety, using his platform to raise awareness and encourage others to seek support.

In his personal life, Root is happily married to Carrie Cotterell, and they share two lovely children. Despite his busy cricketing schedule, he remains grounded and maintains a strong connection to his family and community.

Joe Root’s journey from a promising young cricketer to a global cricketing icon is truly remarkable. His talent, hard work, and unwavering commitment to the sport have made him an inspiration to aspiring cricketers worldwide.