Broken Records

Highest individual score in a Test

The current highest individual score in a test record is 400 runs, held by Brian Lara (West Indies), set on April 12, 2004. Last checked October 14, 2026.

400

runs

Brian Lara (West Indies)

St. John's, Antigua, 2004

Holder
Brian Lara (West Indies)
Record
400 runs
Exact figure
400 not out
Location
St. John's, Antigua
Date set
April 12, 2004
Recognized by
ICC
Last checked
October 14, 2026

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