On May 30 five years ago Sir Alastair Cook ticked off his 8,901st Test run – making him England’s most prolific scorer in the format.

In doing so he assumed the mantle from Graham Gooch, his long-time mentor at Essex and later batting coach at international level.

Taking top spot

Gooch (left) and Cook (right) - England's two highest run-scorers.
Gooch (left) and Cook (right) – England’s two highest run-scorers (Gareth Fuller/PA)

The 10,000 club

England’s best

Heir apparent?

Joe Root could be set to challenge Cook's status.
Joe Root could be set to challenge Cook’s status (Adam Davy/PA)

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