Root scripts history, surpasses Smith to become the fielder with most catches in Tests

On Thursday, Joe Root made history in Test cricket by claiming his 220th catch, overtaking Steve Smith's record. This monumental achievement took place during England's third Test against Pakistan, where they built a commanding lead in the first innings. Meanwhile, Pakistan struggled early in their second innings, facing significant challenges at the crease.

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