Updated On: 06 July, 2022 11:18 AM IST | Birmingham | ANI
A 269-run partnership between Root and Bairstow helped England create history, with the side completing their highest successful run chase ever in a Test

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow walk back to the pavilion. Pic/ AFP
Former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar lavished praise on England batters Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow for their spectacular batting performance in the fifth Test against India. A 269-run partnership between Root and Bairstow helped England create history, with the side completing their highest successful run chase ever in the longest format of the game with a seven-wicket win over India at Edgbaston in Birmingham.
"Special win by England to level the series. Joe Root & Jonny Bairstow have been in sublime form and made batting look very easy. Congratulations to England on a convincing victory. @Bazmccullum," tweeted Sachin.