South African all -rounder Vian rudder West Indies has opened a heartfelt conversation with Legend Brian Lara 367 not out in second Test after his record-breaking knock Zimbabwe In Bulawayo. Mulder’s innings, which came at a banging pace helped South Africa post a huge total, before he announces many people by announcing the innings, Lara’s prestigious 400 to 38 runs less – the highest individual score in the test history.
Wian Mulder reflects on chat with Brian Lara after 367 innings
Recently in conversation Supersport, Mulder shared that he spoke to Lara after him 367 in second Test against ZimbabweHe said that Lara acknowledged the importance of the innings and told him that he was on the way to create his own legacy. The veteran West Indies Batter felt that the Mulder should have chased the records, stating that the milestones were broken. Lara also hoped that if the Mulder ever found himself again in a similar position, he would move forward and aim to set the benchmark Lara once.
“I have talked a little to Bryan Lara. He said that I am creating my own legacy and I should have gone for it. He said that the records are to break and if I ever am in that situation, I go again and score more than what I do,” Mulder said.
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Mulder also shared his decision to announce the innings
The Mulder further said that there was no regrets about his decision to declare him. He described the innings as incredibly special – something beyond what he ever imagined. While reflecting the perspective of Lara, he considered it interesting, but as per his choice, insisting that respecting the game remained the most important principle for him.
“It is super special and there is nothing I would have dreamed. It was an interesting approach from his side, but I still believe that I did the right thing and respecting the game is the most important part for me,” Mulder further said.
