Is there a batsman in modern day Cricket Who Can break Brian Lara’s Record?

The scoreboard showing Brian Lara's 11-year-old record of the highest individual score in an inningsRecords are meant to be broken. The world of cricket has seen some unthinkable milestones being reached in its illustrious history.The 200 run dream in a one-day game was made possible by Sachin Tendulkar; 10 wickets in a test innings was achieved by Jim Laker and then Anil Kumble, Yuvraj and Gibbs smashing 6 sixes in an over during a T20 and ODI game respectively also became a reality.This historic list is incomplete without the landmark score of Caribbean batting maestro Brian Charles Lara. One of the finest individual performances of test cricket, a 400 run long innings was a treat to watch. Lara was on the crease for 778 minutes against England.Today’s T20 generation is ready for every challenge. Records are under threat as the modern day mantra is quite simply to rewrite history.Here are 5 batsmen that can break Lara’s record created back in 2004.

#1 David Warner

Warner seems like the best contender to break Lara's record

Australia’s opening batsman is certainly the biggest threat to Lara’s landmark achievement. David Warner is the epitome of mass destruction at the top of the order. His blistering form has Australia in command of most matches. The recent triumph against the Kiwis saw Warner whack the ball all around the park. The 29-year-old is positive from the word go.

His recent high score is 253 with a strike rate of almost 90. His character reminds the world of Matthew Hayden and Virender Sehwag who were similar in nature. In this summer season of Australian cricket, David Warner is having the time of his life. He is undeniably the favourite to break the record of Lara.

#2 Kane Williamson

Williamson has become New Zealand's best batsman by a mile and he is only 25 years old

This cricket prodigy is already the backbone of New Zealand cricket. Technically, Williamson is one of the finest in modern day cricket. He suits in every role perfectly. At times, he is the saviour of the sinking ship, as he manages to dig deep and get his side out of trouble. Williamson has batted at different positions though his best came at no.3 against the Lankan lions where he was unbeatable at 242.

A lynchpin in the Kiwi batting card, Williamson is Mr.Dependable and his captain’s main weapon. To break a record of this magnitude, you need a lot of potential and Kane Williamson is definitely in line to do that.

#3 Alastair Cook

Cook's resilient batting allows him to play long innings

The 30-year-old English captain is on the verge of entering the 10000-run club. His career is full of hard fought adventures at the crease. Cook has performed under immense pressure for his country.

To open the innings and set the tone for the rest of the line-up is a tough task. Also, the pressure of captaincy and the expectations of an entire nation are on your shoulders. However, Cook makes it look all too easy. He hardly breaks a sweat and seems like an injury free cricketer.

The man for all conditions, Cook is a classic example of a test batsman. His technique and concentration at times make it a nightmare for bowlers to get his wicket. With three double tons, all on different pitches and weather conditions, Cook can be seen as a contender to break Lara’s record.

#4 Hashim Amla

The South African Test captain has the ability to score runs with ease

South Africa’s talisman went through one of the low points of his career in India. A series to forget as the run machine struggled with the bat. However, his talent and ability have got him close to 7000 Test runs.

The poor run on Indian soil was only a glitch and the cricketing world expects him to make a resounding comeback. The Proteas are top of the tree in terms of Test rankings and Amla is one major reason behind the success.

From being patient to a galore of boundaries, Amla knows the art of creating his own length on the crease. His recent ‘blockathon’ was a glimpse of his fighting character that will indeed see him bounce back in form and become the run machine he used to be.

#5 Usman Khawaja

In his short Test career, Khawaja has shown abilities to score big knocks

Another Australian in the list, however, some might not agree to this, but Khawaja has what it takes to play a long innings with a decent strike rate. His recent recall in the Australian ranks saw him become one of the finest success stories of the year.

The perfect balance of timing and composure, this Pakistan-born Aussie is a delight to watch when on song. Scoring two tons against a lethal bowling attack is no easy stuff, especially on your comeback.

Khawaja is a solid cricketer in terms of batting talent and character. He has behind him a strong first-class experience that has allowed him a firm footing in the international arena. His skill of suddenly going ‘ boom boom’ when in control makes him a man to watch out for in the future.