South Africa Posts Massive Total on Day One and Two
South Africa concluded Day 1 of the second Test against Zimbabwe at 465/4. Acting skipper Wiaan Mulder was not out with 264 runs. During Day 2, his bold play did not stop. The team's score exceeded 600 runs.
Mulder Approaches Lara's Mark but Decides to Halt
Mulder reached the 400-run mark. He only required a couple of more overs to surpass Brian Lara's Test record of 400 not out. But Mulder did not break it. In respect of Lara, he opted to declare his innings at 367 runs. His innings featured 49 fours and 4 sixes off 334 balls.
South Africa Declares at 626/5
South Africa announced their first innings for 626/5. Zimbabwe began their response but faltered. They were bowled out for 170.
Zimbabwe Collapses Under Pressure
Subrian achieved 4 wickets for 24 runs. Kodi Yusuf took 2 wickets for 20 runs. Mulder also chipped in with 2 wickets for 20 runs. Sean Williams scored 83 runs, battling a lone battle.
Zimbabwe Trails After Day Two
By Day 2, Zimbabwe stood 51/1 in their second innings. They had 405 runs left to get without suffering an innings defeat. The first Test was lost by Zimbabwe by 328 runs.
Mulder Comments on Lara's Legacy
Mulder stated that the record individual Test score should stay with a great batsman such as Brian Lara. He said he would not attempt to break it even if he was given another opportunity. His 367 not out currently stands as the fifth-highest individual Test score.
Top 5 Individual Test Scores
- Brian Lara – 400* vs England, 2004
- Matthew Hayden – 380 vs Zimbabwe, 2003
- Brian Lara – 375 vs England, 1994
- Mahela Jayawardene – 374 against South Africa, 2006
- Wiaan Mulder – 367* against Zimbabwe, 2025
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