Wiaan Mulder’s Epic 367* in Bulawayo: A Stroke of Cricketing Respect
A Historic Knock That Stirred Headlines
In Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, cricket fans witnessed something truly remarkable. On July 7, 2025, South Africa’s stand-in captain, Wiaan Mulder 367*, played one of the most memorable Test innings in recent years—an unbeaten 367 runs—during the second and final match of the two-Test series against Zimbabwe.
Read the full match breakdown on NDTV Sports .
He smashed 49 fours and 4 sixes in just 334 balls, breaking Hashim Amla’s 311* record to become the highest-scoring South African batter in Test history.
See the detailed stats on Dynamite News .
Mulder also became the first cricketer to score a triple century on captaincy debut, and his 367* is now the fifth-highest Test score of all time.
The Big Decision: Why He Stopped 33 Runs Short
Wiaan Mulder was just 33 runs away from breaking Brian Lara’s iconic record of 400 not out, set in 2004. Yet, at 367*, he declared South Africa’s innings at 626/5 during lunch on Day 2.
See Lara’s record on Wikipedia: Brian Lara’s 400* .
“We had enough runs on the board… and Brian Lara is a legend. Let the legends keep the really big scores,” said Mulder.
Read his full statement on ICC Official Site .
Coach Shukri Conrad also supported the decision, praising Mulder’s team-first mindset.
More insights on the coach’s reaction at ABC News .
Records Galore: Mulder’s Milestone List
Mulder’s selfless decision didn’t stop him from smashing numerous records:
- Highest Test score for South Africa (367*)
- Highest away Test score in history
- First-ever triple century by a captain on debut
- 5th-highest individual Test score globally
- 2nd-fastest triple century (297 balls)
- Fastest 350 in Test history (324 balls)
- Most runs in a single day by a South African (264 runs)
A Gentle Nod to Greatness
Wiaan Mulder could have rewritten history—but he chose legacy over limelight. His act is being compared to Mark Taylor’s 334 declaration* in 1998 when he opted not to break Don Bradman’s record.
“This is what sportsmanship looks like,” said one fan on Twitter.
Zimbabwe Follow-On: Match Update
By the end of Day 2, Zimbabwe was trailing by 405 runs and forced to follow-on. Mulder didn’t just shine with the bat—he also picked up two wickets, showing his all-round dominance.
Check match progression on ABC News .
Key Takeaways
| Highlight | Value/Record |
|---|---|
| Runs Scored | 367* (334 balls) |
| 4s / 6s Hit | 49 / 4 |
| Rank | 5th-highest Test score ever |
| Team Declaration | SA 626/5 |
| Legacy Move | Declared 33 short of 400 |
| Fastest 350 in Tests | In 324 balls |
| Highest away Test score ever | ✅ |
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Final Thoughts
This wasn’t just about a big score. Wiaan Mulder’s 367* showed the cricketing world what happens when talent meets humility. He had the numbers to break a world record—but the heart to respect one.
As fans, we witnessed not only a great performance—but a great moment in cricketing culture.
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