"He might be biggest Brian Lara fan…" Fans react as Wiaan Mulder declares vs ZIM while leaving himself stranded on 367

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Published at :July 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM

Modified at :July 7, 2025 at 5:26 PM

"He might be biggest Brian Lara fan…" Fans react as Wiaan Mulder declares vs ZIM while leaving himself stranded on 367

(Courtesy : Zimbabwe Cricket)

Wiaan Mulder scored 367* off 334 deliveries in the 2nd test against Zimbabwe.

South Africa Cricket Team stand-in skipper Wiaan Mulder played a magnificent innings with the bat in the ongoing second test against the Zimbabwe Cricket Team. The match between the two teams is taking place at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.

Wiaan Mulder played his best test innings as he came up with a gigantic effort with the bat in the second test against Zimbabwe. After he was given the responsibility to lead the team, he took that role perfectly and led from the front with the bat.

Wiaan Mulder walked out to bat after South Africa lost both the openers early and were under massive pressure. However, the all-rounder oozed his class with the bat and ensured that he put his team in a dominating position in the match.

Mulder hit a blistering triple century, becoming the first ever player to slam a triple ton on test captaincy debut. He also registered the highest test score by a South African batter, surpassing Hashim Amla’s 311* against England at the Oval.

Mulder also became just the seventh player in the history of the game to score 350 runs in an innings in test cricket. The South Africa stand-in test skipper had a great opportunity to score 400-plus runs and break Brian Lara’s record of an unbeaten 400 in an innings.

However, he came up with a massive decision as he declared the South African innings on 626 and left himself stranded at 367*. He was just 34 runs away from history, but decided to declare, a decision not many would have made in cricket.

Fans on Twitter react as Wiaan Mulder declares South Africa’s innings with him being at 367

As Mulder declared the South African innings just 34 runs behind Brian Lara’s record, fans on X (formerly Twitter) reacted to it. They were confused as to why the batter did that, while some lauded him for his selfless decision. Here are some of the reactions:

What the hell, Wiaan Mulder. The whole cricketing world was waiting for you to surpass 400. Moments like these never come easy.
— Sudharshan R (@rsudharshan95) July 7, 2025

Wiaan Mulder would've been remembered for a lifetime had he gone past 400*. It would be in history books for a lifetime. No one will remember him for being selfless and declaring on 367* and in the process showing his love and respect for Brian Lara. That's bullshit.
— Troll cricket unlimitedd (@TUnlimitedd) July 7, 2025

Abey Wiaan Mulder…😭😭 pic.twitter.com/EO9YJrDBNO
— Jo Kar (@i_am_gustakh) July 7, 2025

Wiaan Mulder looking at the person who stopped him from scoring 400 pic.twitter.com/KvmpmBneZt
— Abhishek (@be_mewadi) July 7, 2025

Wiaan Mulder could have potentially scored more runs in one innings than Stubbs has scored in the entirety of his Test career. Unfortunate declaration. Well paid Aravint.
— D.⛅ (@Deep_Take001) July 7, 2025

I want Shukri Conrad and Wiaan Mulder's citizenship immediately revoked. Send them to Brisbane.
— Dale (@ncakos316) July 7, 2025

South Africa declared the Innings when Wiaan Mulder was batting at 367 🤯.Will anyone ever come this close to Lara's record? pic.twitter.com/lZ5HxAIfBf
— Dinda Academy (@academy_dinda) July 7, 2025

Wiaan Mulder will be the Biggest Brian Lara fan. 😁🔥 pic.twitter.com/xfAonW7MwE
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 7, 2025

Brian Lara watching selfless Wiaan Mulder pic.twitter.com/tfdyUWn1Lt
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) July 7, 2025

No one will remember 367*…401* could have made Wiaan Mulder a special player in history… awful decision from him & Shukri..This test will finish in 3.5 days
— JSK (@imjsk27) July 7, 2025

Brian Lara watching Wiaan Mulder's batting pic.twitter.com/s6aHFIk5v6
— Sweet (@Lommy0Tatham) July 7, 2025

Perfect scenario for Wiaan Mulder. Makes 367, a score beyond his wildest dreams, and can look noble while spending the rest of his life saying he *would* have broken Lara's record.
— Will Macpherson (@willis_macp) July 7, 2025

There have been greater cricketers than Wiaan Mulder, but no one has trolled the cricket fraternity as much.What a declaration. What a legend. pic.twitter.com/GryALvGFfn
— Abhishek Mukherjee (@ovshake42) July 7, 2025

If everyone was as selfless as Wiaan Mulder, the world would be a much better place. Brother declared on 625/6 on Day 2 Lunch. HE WAS PLAYING ON 367*.
— Drog BABA (@TheDrogBABA) July 7, 2025

South Africa declare innings when Wiaan Mulder was not out at 367 runsBrian Lara right now: pic.twitter.com/ychymzSn5B
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) July 7, 2025

MASSIVE RESPECT TO CAPTAIN WIAAN MULDER 🫡 – It's just the 2nd Day, Lunch session, 34 runs away from History but he has decided to Declare, not many would have done this in Cricket.One of the Iconic Moments, Brian Lara 400* Stays on 🙇 pic.twitter.com/u4jHamck9G
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 7, 2025

Nobody has threatened Brian Lara's world record as much as Zimbabwe bowlers. Across generations.
— Deepu Narayanan (@deeputalks) July 7, 2025

I dont think that would even be selfish.. loads of time left in the game and it would be lekker to have a South African hold the world record if he could get there ☹️I guess they have their reasons which we don't know of
— Tabraiz Shamsi (@shamsi90) July 7, 2025

Maybe Lara called the Proteas and threatened to come out of retirement if they don’t declare 😭🤣 #ZIMvSA
— Eems (@NaeemahBenjamin) July 7, 2025

How many runs did Wiaan Mulder score in the second ZIM vs SA test?

Wiaan Mulder slammed 367* in the second ZIM vs SA test.

By how many runs did Wiaan Mulder miss Brian Lara’s record ?

Wiaan Mulder was 34 runs away from breaking Brian Lara’s record for the highest individual score in test cricket.

Why is Wiaan Mulder leading South Africa in the second test against Zimbabwe?

Wiaan Mulder was given the responsibility to lead South Africa after Keshav Maharaj suffered injury.

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Ankitjit Singh

Ankitjit Singh is a dedicated sports journalist whose childhood dream was to play cricket—now, he serves the game through his work. With over three years of experience in reporting, writing, and editing, he brings deep insight to his coverage. A journalism graduate from Delhi University, Ankitjit’s passion for cricket took root during his college days and continues to drive his career.