ODI World Cup 2023 [WATCH]: Joe Root’s spectacular reverse scoop delights fans in ENG vs NZ clash

In a moment of sheer brilliance, England’s Joe Root showcased his incredible batting prowess during the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 clash against New Zealand at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Root’s audacious reverse scoop shot against the Blackcaps pacer Trent Boult left fans in awe and added an element of excitement to the opening encounter.

The jaw-dropping shot occurred during the 12th over of England’s innings as they were looking to build a competitive total against New Zealand’s formidable bowling attack. Facing Boult, one of the world’s premier fast bowlers, Root decided to employ an unconventional approach.

As the left-arm seamer charged in to deliver a fiery delivery, Root demonstrated extraordinary dexterity and composure. Instead of playing the conventional shot, he executed a perfectly timed reverse scoop, sending the ball sailing over the wicketkeeper’s head and into the boundary.

The audacious stroke not only displayed Root’s remarkable skill but also his ability to innovate under pressure. It was met with thunderous applause from the crowd and appreciation from cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

Relive the moment here:

Unbelievable six by joe root #CWC2023 pic.twitter.com/waL64x8YDX

— Sukhpreet Chhina (@Sukhpreetchhina) October 5, 2023

Shot of the day!
What a shot by Joe Root!#CWC23 #ViratKohli #ENGvNZ #ENGvsNZ #ICCCricketWorldCup #icccricketworldcup2023 #ODIWorldCup2023 pic.twitter.com/aNR76wikMD

— POLL GURU (@poll_guru) October 5, 2023

Also READ: From Grace Hayden to Mayanti Langer to Nashpreet Kaur: Meet the ODI World Cup 2023 presenters and anchors for Star Sports India

Cricket aficionados can expect more thrilling and innovative moments as the tournament continues, with batters like Root pushing the boundaries of creativity to entertain fans and experts of the game.

Joe Root creates history against New Zealand

In a historic feat, Joe Root etched his name in the annals of cricket by becoming the first England player to amass 1,000 ODI runs against New Zealand.

As Root walked in to bat, he needed just 29 runs to reach this significant milestone, a testament to his consistent and prolific batting performances against the Kiwis in the 50-over format. He also became the first half-centurion of the ODI World Cup 2023, completing his fifty off 58 balls.

Also READ: ODI World Cup 2023: Here’s why England all-rounder Ben Stokes not playing today’s game against New Zealand

Notably, before Root, only two other England batters had managed to accumulate 800-plus ODI runs against New Zealand: Allan Lamb with 921 runs and David Gower with 874 runs. Root’s achievement underscores his stature as one of England’s greatest ODI cricketers and further solidifies his place in cricketing history.