Mulder declares 33 short of Lara's Test record score

South Africa's Wiaan Mulder declared on himself, passing up the chance to break Brian Lara's Test innings record. Captaining the team for the first time, Mulder was 33 runs away from surpassing Lara's 400 not-out record against Zimbabwe. Mulder ended with the fifth-highest individual score, opting for a declaration at 626-5 in the second Test against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. This decision came as Mulder became the third South African captain in as many Tests due to injuries to Bavuma and Maharaj, showing strong leadership and performance in the match.