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VVS Laxman

Indian cricketer · India · On the map · Athletes · Born 1974 · age 52

Vangipurapu Venkata Sai Laxman is an Indian former international cricketer and a former cricket commentator and pundit. A right-handed batsman known for his elegant stroke play, Laxman played as a middle-order batsman in Test cricket.

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A life in dates

2011Padma Shri in sportsAward2004“If you get Dravid, great. If you get Sachin, brilliant. If you get Laxman, it’s a miracle.”In their words27 September 2004Brett Lee repeats the words of wisdom of his former captain, Steve Waugh

2002Wisden Cricketer of the YearAward1974Born1 November 1974

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Career 5

ClubYears
Kochi Tuskers Kerala2011
Lancashire County Cricket Club2009
Deccan Chargers2008-2010
India1996-2012
Hyderabad cricket team1992

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9 statements, newest first
  1. The reason why Indian bowling has done exceptionally well in this World Cup is MS Dhoni. When we wrote them off, he kept supporting them.

    On MS Dhoni's ability to handle bowler., Own words

  2. He has that uniqueness to respond to a tough situation with ease. He does not involve himself much emotionally, and that’s his quality.

    On Captaincy of MS Dhoni., Own words

  3. AB de Villers is the most complete player of the Modern Era.

    On AB Devillers , superman of sports., Own words

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Awards

Padma Shri in sports2011
Wisden Cricketer of the Year2002
Arjuna Award

About this person

Laxman is currently the Head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), and the head coach of the India Under-19 and India A teams. Laxman was a member of the Indian team that was one of the joint-winners of the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy, the title being shared with Sri Lanka.

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Category
Athletes
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Athlete
Status
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Born 1974 · age 52

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