Bradman's record of most runs in series unbroken for 88 years
Australian legend Sir Donald Bradman scored 974 runs in the 1930 Ashes which ended on August 22, 1930, setting the record for most runs scored in a Test series, which has remained unbroken for 88 years. Bradman hit 974 runs in seven innings at an average of 139.14, smashing his highest individual score of 334 runs in the third match.