Overview
- Mulder’s unbeaten 367 became the fifth-highest score in Test history and set a new South African record, surpassing Hashim Amla’s 311.
- He reached his triple century off 297 balls for the second-fastest 300 in Tests, striking 49 fours and four sixes in a commanding innings.
- South Africa declared at 626-5 on day two to exploit a weakened Zimbabwe attack and enforce the follow-on.
- Mulder complemented his batting with two wickets and a catch as he led South Africa’s bowlers to dismiss Zimbabwe for 170 in their first innings.
- With Zimbabwe trailing by over 400 runs in their second innings, South Africa stands on the brink of a series-sealing victory.