Highest individual score by batting position in Tests

#5 Michael Clarke - 329 not out of 468 balls, for Australia against India, Sydney, January 2012.

Michael Clarke, in action against India

With a 329-run knock studded with 39 fours and a six to his name, Michael Clarke has his name on the record books as the highest run-scorer at number five position. Although the innings was pleasing to the eye, the declaration that was brought about was heartening and spoke volumes about skipper Michael Clarke’s character.

Clarke was at his incredible best on the day, producing smashing drives and essaying flicks to perfection. Neither seamers nor the spinners were able to get the better of him, as he went on his merry ways to register his best score in international cricket. At his very best, Clarke is arguably the most stylish right-handers in business and is a treat to watch for anyone who follows the game.

Going into the drinks break on day 2 just 5 runs shy of amassing the highest score by an Australian captain and 71 runs behind Lara’s iconic world-record score of 400*, Michael Clarke put his needs aside and went on to declare the Australian innings at 659-4, with a mammoth lead which was enough to help the Aussies from registering an easy victory later on.