Ben Stokes Enters Cricket's Pantheon: Joins Exclusive All-Rounder Club in Landmark Test

Ben Stokes Joins Elite All-Rounder Club in Milestone-Filled Test

England's Ben Stokes has etched his name in cricket history, becoming only the third player to surpass 7,000 runs and 200 wickets in Test cricket. This achievement places him alongside West Indies legend Garry Sobers and South African icon Jacques Kallis, solidifying his status as one of the game's greats. He is also the first English cricketer to reach this milestone.

The landmark moment arrived on Day 4 of the fourth Test against India, where Stokes also marked his dominance with his 14th Test century.

Adding to his recent achievements, Stokes surpassed 11,000 international runs across all formats just a day prior. He concluded Day 3 of the Test match unbeaten with 77 runs, as England reached 544 for 7, holding a 186-run lead. Despite experiencing some leg discomfort that briefly took him off the field, he returned to continue his innings alongside Liam Dawson.

To date, Stokes boasts 11,048 runs from 272 matches, maintaining an average of 35.88, including 19 centuries and 60 half-centuries. His bowling performance in the current series has been exceptional, leading the wicket count with 16.

This Test match has been filled with historic moments for England. Joe Root continued his impressive form by achieving his 38th Test century on Friday. In doing so, he surpassed Ricky Ponting to become the second-highest run-scorer in Test history, further emphasizing England's commanding position in the match.