Joe Root, now the second-highest run-scorer in the history of Test cricket, has paid a heartfelt tribute to all-time leading run-scorer Sachin Tendulkar, saying he grew up trying to emulate the Indian legend.

Joe Root, England's right-handed batter, has overtaken Ricky Ponting to become the second-highest run scorer in Test cricket.

Ace England batter Joe Root recalled an interesting moment involving Sachin Tendulkar from his debut series in India in 2012.

Joe Root became the second-highest run-scorer in Test cricket as he continued his march towards Sachin Tendulkar. Meanwhile, Root revealed how he used to imitate the batting greats during his youth days and how it feels to be in their company now.

In the second session of Day 3 of the Manchester Test, Joe Root went past Ricky Ponting to become the second highest run scorer in Tests.

With a characteristic glide through point for one, Joe Root entered rarefied territory. He is now the second-highest run-scorer in Test match history, after overtaking Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis and Rahul Dravid on day three in Old Trafford.

Joe Root moved to second in the all-time top run scorer charts to help England surpass India's first innings total on day three of the fourth test at Old Trafford, the hosts 433-4 at tea on Friday, leading by 75 runs.