💥 Epic Selfless Knock! SA Captain Stops at 367 to “Let the Legends Live On 🏏
- MediaFx
- Jul 8
- 2 min read
TL;DR: In breathtaking style, South Africa’s stand-in captain Wiaan Mulder smashed a blazing 367* in the 2nd Test against Zimbabwe on July 7, 2025 — but when just 33 runs short of Brian Lara’s 400-run world record, he chose to declare the innings. Guided by coach Shukri Conrad, Mulder said, “Let the legends keep their big scores.” His selfless act put the team before personal glory and broke records, like the second-fastest triple century in Tests. 🇿🇦✨ #MulderMagic
🔥 Mulder’s Mighty 367* – The Highlights
Second-fastest Test triple ton: His 300 came in just 297 balls — only behind Virender Sehwag’s 278-ball milestone.
Unbeaten at 367 off 334 balls, featuring 49 fours and 4 sixes — the highest-ever score by a South African batter.
Captained for the first time, leading by example with bat, ball, and a sharp catch.
🎯 Why He Stopped at 367
Mulder & coach Conrad agreed: "Enough runs, time to bowl them out" to secure a quick win.
He respected the legacy: “Let the legends keep the really big scores”, referring to Brian Lara’s famous 400*.
Felt it was more important to push for a win than chase personal records.
🧠 Mental Trick: “Zombie” by the Cranberries 🎶
To stay focused during his marathon innings, Mulder kept singing “Zombie” in his mind — a quirky yet effective rhythm trick that helped him stay cool under pressure.
📊 The Scorecard So Far
Team | Score | Result |
South Africa (declared) | 626/5 | Mulder 367* |
Zimbabwe (1st Innings) | 170 | Forced follow-on |
Zimbabwe (2nd Innings) | 51/1 (at stumps) | SA ahead by ~405 runs |
🌍 Record Breaker
5th highest Test score ever, surpassing legends like Sir Don Bradman and Gary Sobers.
Highest-ever by a South African, breaking Hashim Amla’s 311* record.
🤝 From the People’s Perspective
This epic knock speaks volumes about Mulder’s solidarity and collective spirit. He chose to stand with his team rather than chase a record, showing his priority was team victory and fair play, not self-glory. That’s what builds real unity and lifts working-class pride! 💪
🗣️ Let’s Talk!
What do YOU think? Should Mulder have pushed for 400, or was stopping at 367 the right call? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! ⬇️
MediaFx Opinion:It’s a proud display of putting people and collective victory first. Mulder’s choice reflects integrity and humility — exactly the kind of leadership that resonates with everyday fans. In cricket or life, the smallest acts of respect can hit the hardest boundaries. 💙🏏
