Test cricket records: Most runs by a player in a single Test innings Identify the cricketer who holds the highest individual score in a Test match innings, along with the landmark score. Choose the correct option.

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• Ask for the highest individual score in a single Test innings.

Concept/ApproachThe record is the maximum runs by an individual in one completed Test innings.

Step-by-StepBrian Lara scored an unbeaten 400 (400*) for West Indies vs England at St John's, Antigua, in April 2004.

VerificationOther large scores exist (Hayden 380; Jayawardene 374; Hutton 364; Bradman 334) but none exceed 400.

Common PitfallConfusing Lara's earlier 375 (1994) with the later record 400* (2004).

Final AnswerBrian Lara — 400*.