Multiple choice general knowledge sports Which following player has scored triple century in test cricket? Sachin Tendulkar Ricky Ponting VVS Laxman Mahela Jayawardene Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Mahela Jayawardene scored 374 runs against South Africa in 2006, a triple century in Test cricket. Sachin Tendulkar's highest is 248, Ricky Ponting's is 257, and VVS Laxman's highest is 281 - none reached 300.