4th Test: Root surpasses Ponting to inch closer to Tendulkar’s record tally
In a landmark innings at Old Trafford, Joe Root etched his name deeper into cricketing history, becoming the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket.
In a landmark innings at Old Trafford, Joe Root etched his name deeper into cricketing history, becoming the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket.
The 39-year old, linked with a number of clubs in recent times including Liverpool before they signed Arne Slot, confirmed United’s interest and claimed he was still undecided on the move.
The last time Manchester United played at Old Trafford was on 23rd August against Liverpool, which the host won 2-1.
Ten Hag elected to drop Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire following successive losses to begin the campaign, a decision that was rewarded by a much-improved display, reports DPA.
We'll move on to the next test match, and go out there and try to win," the all-rounder added.
Manchester United had defeated arch-rivals Liverpool 2-1 in an encounter on March 2018 and one Liverpool star had a forgettable match that day.
A lot of questions have been asked of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) after it allowed the goal when most suggested that a tackle in the build-up to that goal was, in fact, a “clear and obvious” error.
Touted as one of the biggest rivalries, table-toppers Liverpool will look to better their dismal record at Old Trafford.
Tendulkar, who was just 17 at that time, played a brilliant knock of 119 against England at the Old Trafford in Manchester and saved the match for India.
On Wednesday, India lost by 18 runs to the Black Caps at the Old Trafford in Manchester. Chasing 240, India were bundled out for 221 to bow out of the competition.
