Joe Root makes history with magnificent double-century on his 100th Test appearance

0:52 Nasser Hussain says Joe Root is an ‘outstanding ambassador’ for cricket and could go on to ‘break every record’ after scoring a century in his 100th Test match

On the eve of the match, Root admitted he was inspired by a video-package and words from vice-captain Stokes, insisting he would ‘hold dear forever’ the tribute paid to him.

The pair shared a brilliant partnership of 124 for the fourth-wicket on day two, and Stokes admitted he was in awe of the record-breaking Root.

Speaking to Channel 4, Stokes quipped: “He makes me feel rubbish. That’s pretty much where he is at the moment.

“He makes everyone around him not look very good. He is an amazing player and I am not sure we have ever had an England player play spin so well, with such control, such ease. He is so consistent and it’s amazing to watch.”

It would be remiss to suggest Root’s relentless accumulation of runs at present is the norm. We are witnessing a world-class performer at the very peak of his powers, but England will be hoping this continues for some while yet.

Follow over-by-over text commentary of day three of the first Test between India and England on the Sky Sports App and skysports.com from 4am on Sunday.

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