Root, who had been facing a period of poor form leading up to the World Cup, continued to impress with his consistent performances in the tournament.
During this particular match, he notched up his second consecutive half-century, amassing 82 runs off 68 deliveries. His innings featured eight boundaries and a six.
In the span of 19 matches and 18 innings played in World Cup competitions, Root has accumulated an impressive tally of 917 runs at an outstanding average of 57.31. His World Cup career includes three centuries and five half-centuries, with his highest score being an impressive 121 runs.
Root’s achievement in surpassing Graham Gooch, who had previously held the record with 897 runs in 21 matches at an average of 44.85, solidifies his status as one of England’s most prolific and reliable batsmen in World Cup history.
Gooch’s World Cup contributions included one century and eight half-centuries, with a highest score of 115 runs.
Root’ career high point was World Cup 2019, not only did he win the country their first WC, but also top-scored with 556 runs in 11 matches at an average of over 61, with two tons and three fifties.
Coming to the match, England posted 364/9 in 50 overs after being put to bat first. Besides Malan’s masterclass, fifties from Joe Root (82 in 68 balls with eight fours and a six) and Jonny Bairstow (52 in 59 balls with eight fours) helped England reach a massive score.
Mehedi Hasan (4/71) and Shoriful Islam (3/75) were the pick of the bowlers for Bangladesh.
(With ANI Inputs)
