Test cricket is the toughest and the most challenging format in the world. The red ball which is used in this format tends to swing quite a lot compared to the white ball. As a result, it makes it literally tough for the batters to crack the code.
Despite all that, some batters have perfectly assessed the conditions and went about their business. At the same time, it is absolutely imperative for the batters to stitch a significant partnership during the passage of the play.
Case in point, we will learn more about the four players (FAB 4) who were involved in most 200+ partnerships in the longest format of the game.
1. Steve Smith
Australia’s best batsman Steve Smith comes first on the list as he was involved in the most 200+ partnerships in the purest format of the game. The right-handed batter who is currently one of the best batsmen in Test cricket has been involved in twelve 200+ partnerships in Tests. Smith scored 31 centuries, 37 fifties and 4 double centuries.
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2. Virat Kohli
Former Indian skipper Virat Kohli is widely acknowledged as the best batsman in the world across all three formats of the game. The veteran cricketer comes second on the list as he has been involved in nine 200+ partnerships in the longest format. Kohli scored 28 centuries, 28 fifties and 7 double centuries.
3. Kane Williamson
Former New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson is one of the highly-rated batters across formats. Notably, he has also been involved in nine 200+ partnerships in Test cricket. Kane Williamson scored 28 centuries, 33 fifties and six double centuries.
4. Joe Root
Former England Test captain Joe Root is currently the leading run-scorer among the active players. The star cricketer has been involved in six 200+ partnerships in the longest format of the game. Joe Root scored 11004 runs in Tests including 29 centuries, 58 fifties and 5 double centuries.
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Updated as of June 9, 2023*
