Joe Root Breaks Dravid’s Record, Bumrah Surpasses Kapil Dev – Historic Day at Lord’s

Joe Root broke Rahul Dravid’s record for most Test catches by a non-wicketkeeper and scored his 37th Test century against India at Lord’s. Jasprit Bumrah surpassed Kapil Dev’s record for most away five-wicket hauls by an Indian. It was a historic day in the third Test as two modern legends etched their names deeper into cricket history.

Joe Root Breaks Dravid’s Record as Bumrah Creates Bowling History at Lord’s

The second day of the third Test at Lord’s between England and India on July 11, 2025, will be remembered for two historic milestones Joe Root Breaks Dravid’s Record, legendary catching record and Jasprit Bumrah surpassing Kapil Dev’s overseas five-wicket haul record. Both achievements underscored the class and longevity of two modern-day greats, writing new chapters in Test cricket history.

Joe Root’s Supreme Century and Fielding Milestone

Joe Root continued his love affair with Lord’s, scoring his 37th Test century. Resuming on 99*, he wasted no time getting to triple figures. This marked his 11th century against India, equaling Steven Smith’s record of most Test hundreds versus India. More impressively, Root became the first-ever player to reach 3000 Test runs against India, highlighting his consistent dominance against one of the world’s strongest bowling lineups.

But Root’s achievement didn’t stop with the bat. With his 211th catch, he surpassed Rahul Dravid’s tally of 210 catches in Test matches becoming the most successful non-wicketkeeper catcher in the history of Test cricket. His sharp reflexes and reliable hands have made him a vital presence in England’s slip cordon over the years.

Root also extended his Lord’s legacy with his 8th century at the venue, a record for the iconic ground. Only three players in Test history have scored more hundreds at a single venue.

Jasprit Bumrah’s Record-Breaking Bowling Brilliance

On the other side of the contest, Jasprit Bumrah delivered a sensational spell, claiming yet another five-wicket haul in overseas conditions. His 13th five-for away from home broke Kapil Dev’s long-standing record of 12, making Bumrah the most successful Indian bowler in overseas Tests in terms of five-wicket hauls.

Bumrah was especially devastating in England’s innings, dismissing four batters bowled, equaling his personal record of most bowled dismissals in a single Test innings previously set against West Indies in 2019. Mohammed Shami shares the same feat from 2019 against South Africa.

This performance also made Bumrah the most successful Indian bowler in England with four five-wicket hauls, and his 47 Test wickets in the country now trail only Ishant Sharma’s 51.

Adding to the rivalry narrative, Root became Bumrah’s victim for the 11th time in Tests, making him one of the Indian pacer’s most frequent scalps a record shared with Pat Cummins.

Other Highlights from Lord’s Day 2:

• Jamie Smith, the young England wicketkeeper, reached 1000 Test runs in just 21 innings, equaling Quinton de Kock’s record as the fastest wicketkeeper to the milestone.
• England posted a first-innings total above 300, despite their second-lowest scoring rate (3.44) under Brendon McCullum’s era of aggressive Test cricket.

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