Mumbai, September 1: Joe Root continued his journey to become England's most decorated Test player after he raised his bat for a record-levelling 33rd century for the Three Lions in the longest format of cricket. Root accomplished the remarkable feat during the opening day of England's second Test against Sri Lanka at the Lord's. Root went level with former England captain Alastair Cook for most Test centuries for the nation. On that note, here is a look at the players with the most Test tons for England. ENG vs SL 2nd Test 2024: Joe Root Surpasses Alastair Cook’s Record of Most Test Centuries for England, Embraces Father at Lord’s Cricket Ground.

Joe Root

The 33-year-old is soaring to new heights after each Test match. Root looked flawless during his time on the crease and played a splendid knock of 143 off 206 balls. His influential knock marked his 33rd Test century in his 145th Test match. Root is just 199 runs away from overtaking Cook as the top-run-getter for England in Test format.

Alastair Cook

The former England captain in his illustrious career scored 33 centuries in Test format for the Three Lions. Cook is also the top-run scorer for England with 12,472 Test runs in 161 Tests.

Kevin Pietersen

The former England batter who was well known for his aggressive style of play struck 23 Test tons during his playing days. He brought curtains down on his Test career with 8181 runs at an average of 47.28.

Walter Hammond

Wally Hammond who featured for England from 1927 to 1947 ended his illustrious career with 22 Test centuries. In 85 Tests Wally scored a whopping 7249 runs at an average of 58.45. ENG vs SL 2nd Test 2024: Joe Root Hits Record 34th Test Century As England Close In on Series Victory Over Sri Lanka.

Michael Cowdrey

After Hammond's dominance in Test ended, Cowdrey's reign started in 1954 and lasted till 1975. During this period he scored 22 Test centuries. Overall he ended his career with 7624 runs at an average of 44.06. Along with Cowdrey, Geoffrey Boycott and Ian Bell also have 22 Test centuries during their remarkable careers.