South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder has etched his name into cricketing folklore with a sensational unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe, setting a new national record for the most individual runs in Test by a South African. His historic knock not only surpassed Hashim Amla’s 311* but also placed him fifth on the all-time list for the highest individual score in Test cricket. Mulder’s extraordinary feat has reignited public fascination with individual brilliance in the longest format, reminding fans of the timeless allure of Test cricket milestones.

Top 5 Highest Individual Scores In Test Cricket

1. Brian Lara – 400* vs England (2004, Antigua Recreation Ground, St John’s)

Brian Lara’s name remains etched at the summit of Test cricket with the highest individual score in Test cricket, an unbeaten 400 against England. This remarkable feat came in April 2004 during the final Test of a series West Indies were already losing 3-0. Determined to reclaim his title after Matthew Hayden had briefly surpassed him, Lara batted with patience and style across three days in Antigua. He brought up his 100 in 131 balls, his 200 in 260, and the 300-mark after 404 deliveries. On the third day, he swept Gareth Batty to regain the world record for most individual runs in Test cricket, eventually reaching 400* off 582 balls with 43 fours and four sixes. The West Indies declared at 751/5 after 202 overs, and Lara’s masterpiece remains unmatched in the annals of Test cricket history.

2. Matthew Hayden – 380 vs Zimbabwe (2003, WACA, Perth)

In October 2003, Australia’s Matthew Hayden momentarily dethroned Lara with a blistering 380 against Zimbabwe at the WACA. Opening the batting in the first Test, Hayden unleashed his full range of power hitting and punished the visiting bowlers relentlessly. His innings spanned 437 balls and included 38 fours and a staggering 11 sixes. He reached his triple century in just 362 deliveries, becoming only the fourth Australian to do so. When he passed Lara’s 375 by lofting Ray Price to long-on, the stadium erupted. Though he fell short of the 400 mark, Hayden’s 380 stood as the highest Test score for just six months, but it remains an iconic example of dominance and aggression in Test batting.

3. Brian Lara – 375 vs England (1994, Antigua Recreation Ground, St John’s)

Here’s Lara again! A decade before his 400*, Lara had already carved his place in history with a record-breaking 375 against the same opponent at the same ground. In April 1994, the 25-year-old southpaw surpassed Sir Garfield Sobers’ long-standing record of 365* in the fifth Test against England. After West Indies lost early wickets, Lara took control of the innings and reached his triple century by the end of day two. On the third day, he passed Sobers’ mark with a pull shot that sent Antigua into celebration. Lara’s innings ended at 375 from 538 deliveries, punctuated with 45 fours, a glorious beginning to his reign atop the list of most individual runs in Test cricket.

4. Mahela Jayawardene – 374 vs South Africa (2006, Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo)

Sri Lankan great Mahela Jayawardene came agonizingly close to breaking Lara’s record in July 2006. In the first Test against South Africa, Sri Lanka had been reduced to 14 for 2, but Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara combined for a world-record 624-run partnership. Jayawardene reached his triple century off 491 balls and continued to pile on the runs before falling on 374 to Andre Nel. His monumental innings featured 43 boundaries and one six, consuming 572 balls. Though he narrowly missed rewriting history, his knock remains the highest individual score in Test cricket by a Sri Lankan and one of the finest displays of concentration and stamina.

5. Wiaan Mulder – 367* vs Zimbabwe (2025, Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo)

The newest addition to the elite club, Wiaan Mulder, etched his name in the record books with a breathtaking 367 not out against Zimbabwe, now the fifth-highest individual score in Test cricket history. Coming in as South Africa’s stand-in captain for the second Test in Bulawayo, Mulder showcased a stunning blend of timing, shot selection, and leadership. He started cautiously but picked up the pace, racing to 264 by the end of Day 1. On Day 2, he became only the second South African after Hashim Amla to register a triple century in Test cricket, reaching the milestone with a flick to deep square leg.

He put on a show in the first Test, now he leads the charge in the second 💪

Wiaan Mulder will captain South Africa in the 2⃣nd Test against Zimbabwe 🙌#PlayWithFire | #ZIMvSA pic.twitter.com/QfnM0l6pW7

— SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) July 2, 2025

What made Mulder’s innings more remarkable was the rate at which he scored. Facing just 334 balls, his 367* featured a staggering 49 fours and four sixes, a testament to his attacking intent and confidence. With South Africa in a commanding position and having already set multiple records, Mulder chose not to chase Lara’s 400. Instead, he declared the innings at lunch on Day 2, prioritizing team strategy over personal milestones. In doing so, he became the South African with the most individual runs in Test, surpassing Hashim Amla’s 311*. His decision sparked admiration across the cricketing world, reigniting public interest in Test cricket’s timeless pursuit of individual excellence and grace under pressure.

Related Match：ZIM vs RSA 2025 2nd Test of the South Africa tour of Zimbabwe series on 07/06 at 13:30 PM IST

A New Chapter in Test Cricket’s Legacy

Wiaan Mulder’s remarkable 367* has not only rewritten South African cricket history but also reenergized the global fascination with monumental innings in the longest format of the game. As he joins the elite list of batters with the highest individual score in Test cricket, Mulder’s innings stands as a reminder of the enduring charm and prestige of Test milestones.

𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐃 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐑 🤩

Wiaan Mulder enters the history books with a stunning 367* against Zimbabwe 👏#ZIMvSA | ✍️: https://t.co/EvFis53jyH pic.twitter.com/uSpsmGXlFO

— ICC (@ICC) July 7, 2025

From Brian Lara’s iconic 400* to Jayawardene’s near-record and Hayden’s power-hitting, these extraordinary feats continue to inspire awe. As fans revisit the legends who have amassed the most individual runs in Test matches, Mulder’s name now shines brightly among them—proof that in Test cricket, individual brilliance still holds a timeless and revered place.