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Watch: Joe Root's "Unbelievable" Reverse Scoop Six Off Tim Southee Goes Viral

England batter Joe Root has been in fine form over the course of last year and he showed his class once again in the ongoing second Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge after scoring 176 runs off 211 balls with the help of 26 fours and one six. He helped the hosts post 539 runs in reply to New Zealand's first innings score of 553, meaning the visitors could only take a slender lead of 14. On Day 4 of the ongoing Test, Root showed his complete range and even registered a reverse scoop six off the bowling of Tim Southee, leaving fans and commentators in awe.

Extraordinary Joe: England's 'greatest ever' at it again

It was one of those wow moments.

England bowlers tee up grandstand finish to second Test against New Zealand

England’s bowlers teed up a grandstand finish to the second LV= Insurance Test against New Zealand, with a rousing effort on day four opening the door to a classic conclusion at Trent Bridge.

Haaland signs, agent Mahrez and McIlroy’s joy – Monday’s sporting social

Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.

England v New Zealand: second Test, day four – live!

LIVE – Updated at 18:10

England vs New Zealand: James Anderson Becomes Only Third Bowler To Achieve Rare Landmark In Tests

James Anderson claimed his 650th Test wicket as England reduced New Zealand to 27-1 in their second innings at lunch on the fourth day of the second Test. Anderson was gifted his landmark wicket as New Zealand opener Tom Latham left a straight ball that clattered into his stumps. The 39-year-old fast bowler is just third man ever to reach the landmark after spin legends Shane Warne and Muttiah Muralitharan.

James Anderson claims 650th Test wicket as England look to seize initiative

James Anderson took his 650th Test wicket as England attempted to force themselves into a winning position against New Zealand on day four at Trent Bridge.

New Zealand lead England by 14 after running through tail

NOTTINGHAM : New Zealand take a 14 run lead into their second innings after they rattled through England's lower order on Monday to bowl the host's out for 539 with Trent Boult taking five wickets.

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Watch: Joe Root's "Unbelievable" Reverse Scoop Six Off Tim Southee Goes Viral

Extraordinary Joe: England's 'greatest ever' at it again

England bowlers tee up grandstand finish to second Test against New Zealand

Haaland signs, agent Mahrez and McIlroy’s joy – Monday’s sporting social

England v New Zealand: second Test, day four – live!

England vs New Zealand: James Anderson Becomes Only Third Bowler To Achieve Rare Landmark In Tests

James Anderson claims 650th Test wicket as England look to seize initiative

New Zealand lead England by 14 after running through tail