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Joe Root becomes first batter to achieve rare landmark for England in World Cups

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NEW DELHI: Joe Root continues to be England's most prolific batter in World Cups, surpassing the 1000-run mark with an outstanding performance against Pakistan in their final group stage game at the iconic Eden Gardens on Saturday.

Root, facing Pakistan's formidable bowling attack, scored 60 and forged a crucial 132-run partnership with all-rounder Ben Stokes. This innings propelled him beyond the 1000-run milestone in World Cups, with a total of 1,034 runs to his credit.

Following Root, Graham Gooch stands as England's second-highest run-scorer in World Cups with 897 runs, while all-rounder Ben Stokes holds the third position with 769 runs.

Explosive opener Jonny Bairstow, who showcased his aggressive form with a score of 59 in the match, has accumulated 747 runs in World Cups.

Current champions England ended their dismal World Cup campaign with a 93-run victory over Pakistan, denying the 1992 champions the miracle they needed to make it to the last four of the showpiece 50-overs tournament.

England had already been eliminated after six defeats in seven matches in a debacle that has prompted demands for an overhaul of their one-day squad.
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