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Hayden knocks 380 to eclipse Lara and sink Zimbabwe

Australia batsman Matthew Hayden wiped Brian Lara's individual test scoring record from the history books with a spectacular innings of 380 in the first test against Zimbabwe yesterday.

Hayden's mammoth effort beat the previous mark of 375 set by West Indies batsman Lara against England in 1994.

The Queenslander pushed left-arm slow bowler Ray Price for a single to long on in the last over before the tea break to reach 376 before swinging his bat above his head in celebration and raising both hands to the cheers of the crowd.

Hayden then kissed his baggy green cap and was bear-hugged by team mate Adam Gilchrist.

"I can't quite believe it, to be honest," Hayden said. "I'm just thrilled that I was wearing the baggy green cap when the record was broken."

The Australian was finally caught at deep square leg by Stuart Carlisle off Trevor Gripper for 380 shortly after tea on the second day.

Australia declared on 735 for six immediately after Hayden's dismissal with Gilchrist unbeaten on 113. Hayden struck 38 fours and 11 sixes from 437 balls in 622 minutes at the crease.

Each member of the Zimbabwe team also congratulated Hayden as he walked from the field at tea on 376 not out.

Australia captain Steve Waugh and his side formed a guard of honor for Hayden who was mobbed by team mates and fans as he walked up to the changing rooms.
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