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11/04/2019 GMT

Brian Lara's batting world record

BBC World Service - Sporting Witness, Brian Lara's batting world record

In April 1994, the great West Indies batsman hit 375 runs against England in Antigua

In April 1994, the great West Indies batsman hit 375 runs against England in Antigua.

In April 1994, West Indies batsman Brian Lara set a new world record of 375 for the highest ever score in test cricket. The milestone that made Lara a superstar came against England in Antigua, and took him three days of play.  Simon Watts brings together the memories of Lara and England bowler Angus Fraser.

PHOTO: Brian Lara in action (Getty Images)

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