Cricket records: Who holds the record for the highest individual score in a single first-class innings? Context: Consider all recognized first-class matches worldwide, across eras and domestic leagues. Choose the correct cricketer.

Given data

• Category: First-class cricket (not Tests only).
• Ask: Highest individual score by any batter.

Concept/Approach
Recall the world record set in English county cricket.

Key fact
Brian Lara scored 501* for Warwickshire vs. Durham (1994), the standing first-class record.

Why others are wrong
Hanif Mohammad (499), Don Bradman (452*), Graeme Hick (405*), Archie MacLaren (424) are huge scores but below 501*.

Final Answer
Brian Lara