Legendary knocks: Highest individual score from top 8 Test team batsmen
Reaching the top tier in Test cricket certainly takes some beating. Unlike limited-over games, one can’t thrive in the purest format within a span of a few deliveries. Instead, an individual needs to showcase sheer skills, determination and patience to make a mark. As a Test match is scheduled to run for five days, batters need to exhibit tremendous application to get runs.
It has to be noted that the red cherry does more talking than the white one. Also, the fact of the matter is that it takes just one delivery to end a batter’s outing. Nevertheless, several players have embraced this challenge and scored big runs.
Meanwhile, let’s look at the highest individual scores of top 8 Test team players ever: –
8. New Zealand – Brendon McCullum – 302
Mostly known for his destruction in white-ball cricket, Brendon McCullum did exceptionally well in the purest format as well. During a match against India in 2014, he became the first New Zealander, and only to date, to smash a triple century in Test matches.
7. South Africa – Hashim Amla – 311
While South Africa have produced many batting stars over the years, only one of them could score a triple ton in Test cricket. Hashim Amla played that majestic knock – 311 against England in 2012.
6. India – Virender Sehwag – 319
Known for revolutionizing the role of an opener, Sehwag played numerous destructive knocks during his illustrious career. His best was unleashed against South Africa in 2008 as he slammed a sensational 319.
5. Pakistan – Hanif Mohammad – 337
Unlike most players on this list, Hanif Mohammad didn’t have a very long career. However, he still managed to make a significant mark. In 1958, he scored 337 against West Indies in Bridgetown which is still the highest for Pakistan in Tests.
4. England – Len Hutton – 364
While England has produced numerous batting stalwarts over the years, no one could go past Len Hutton’s score of 364 against Australia in 1938.
3. Sri Lanka – Mahela Jayawardene – 374
Jayawardene was at his best when Sri Lanka met South Africa in the 2006 Colombo Test. The talismanic batter made a mockery of Proteas bowlers and scored 374 runs.
2. Australia – Matthew Hayden – 380
Before Lara’s 400, Matthew Hayden held the record of the highest individual score in Test cricket. He slammed 380 against Zimbabwe in Perth.
1. West Indies – Brian Lara – 400
Now, who can forget this historic knock? The West Indies legend unleashed mayhem against England and slammed an unbeaten 400 in Antigua. This is the highest individual score in Test cricket to date.
