On April 12, 20 years ago, Brian Lara swept England’s off-spinner Gareth Batty for a single to bring up the first individual score of 400 in Test cricket, the only quadruple to date.

On this day 20 years ago, Brian Lara regained the individual Test score world record on his way to an unbeaten 400 against England in the fourth Test in Antigua.

Wiaan Mulder, after his unbeaten 367 against Zimbabwe, revealed Brian Lara's advice to chase the highest individual Test score. Lara, the record holder, encouraged Mulder to break his 400 not out ...

Let legends keep the records – Wiaan Mulder happy not to chase Brian Lara’s 400 Mulder opted to bring an end to his innings 33 runs shy of Lara’s landmark.

Brian Lara’s historic all-time record of 400 was under threat with South African all-rounder Wiaan Mulder on the brink of making Test history, before a shock decision ended his shot at history.

After declaring on himself with 33 runs remaining to tie the highest individual Test score, Mulder said Lara deserves to keep the milestone.

Brian Lara’s journey from 375 to 400 not out stands as a testament to his exceptional talent, determination, and love for the game.