Mulder's Remarkable Innings: A Test Cricket Milestone
Wiaan Mulder, standing in as captain for South Africa, scored an impressive 367 not out against Zimbabwe, achieving the fifth highest Test score. Despite the chance to surpass Brian Lara's record, he declared South Africa's innings to put Zimbabwe into bat, demonstrating strategic gameplay over personal achievement.
In a standout performance against Zimbabwe, South Africa's interim captain Wiaan Mulder achieved the fifth-highest score in Test cricket history with an unbeaten 367 runs. Despite a clear shot at Brian Lara's longstanding record of 400 not out, Mulder made the strategic decision to declare the innings, positioning Zimbabwe into bat at Bulawayo's Queens Sports Club.
Mulder's extraordinary innings began after the fall of two early wickets, demonstrating resilience as he climbed from a precarious South African position on Sunday to a formidable score at lunch on day two. He was on 264 as day one ended, showing skill and endurance.
Despite a momentary wobble when he was bowled on 247, only to be saved by a no ball, Mulder's innings was largely flawless. He overtook Hashim Amla's previous South African record and ended his innings behind only legends like Brian Lara and Don Bradman in the Test cricket annals.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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