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VVS Laxman

If there is one batsman who can overshadow Sachin Tendulkar with his strokeplay at the crease, it is VVS Laxman, the wristy genius from Hyderabad. Laxman has the amazing ability to hit against the spin with the skillful use of his wrists, which allow him to flick the ball even from outside off-stump to mid-wicket. Laxman has an overall average of 47.40 and against Australia, who have come to dread him, Laxman averages 55.58. Australia have bore most of the brunt of Laxman's dazzling strokeplay as he has hit 16 centuries in his Test career and six of them have come against Australia and two of them have been double centuries. Playing in Sydney for the first time in January 2000, Laxman reached triple figures for the first time in Test cricket. But his 167 in the second innings was not enough to save India as Australia won the match by an innings and 141 runs to wrap up the series 3-0. Laxman's claim to fame came when India became only the second country in Test cricket history to win a Test match after being made to follow-on at the Eden Gardens. Laxman's 281 and Dravid's 180 turned the match on its head as India beat Australia by 171 runs. On the 2003-04 Australia tour, Laxman made 148 at the Adelaide Oval in the second Test. India went on to win the Test and for the first time ever took a series lead against Australia on their soil. In the fourth Test of that series, Laxman hit 178 at Sydney and put up a 353-run stand for the fourth wicket with Sachin Tendulkar, as India amassed 705 runs. Retiring captain Steve Waugh had to bring all his experience into play as Australia managed to draw the Test. On the 2008 tour, in the infamous Sydney Test that Australia won under dubious circumstances aided by shoddy umpiring and marred by the Harbhajan Singh-Andrew Symonds race row, Laxman hit 109 in the first innings. Laxman scored his second double century, an unbeaten 200 at the Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi, on Australia's tour to India in 2008. An injured Laxman hit a 79-ball 73 to steer India to a one-wicket victory over Australia on the final day of the first Test at Mohali.

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In a first, BCCI appoints three women's coaches at CoE

TNN / May 25, 2026, 20:46 (IST)

In a historic move, the BCCI has appointed three former India women cricketers – Nooshin Al Khadeer, Sunetra Paranjpe, and Vellaswamy Ramu Vanitha – as specialist coaches for women's cricket at its Bengaluru Centre of Excellence. This significant development aims to bolster the future of Indian women's cricket by building bench strength and providing expert guidance.

'Sport needs its heroes': Rahul Dravid counters Gautam Gambhir’s idea of ending 'star culture'

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 17, 2026, 05:00 (IST)

India’s Bowling support staff set for overhaul with specialist spin coach role

TNN / May 08, 2026, 15:22 (IST)

Former India spinner Sairaj Bahutule is poised to become the Indian men's team's spin-bowling coach for the next two years. With extensive experience, including with the Punjab Kings and at the NCA, Bahutule's appointment aims to bolster India's spin attack. His tenure is expected to commence with the Afghanistan series in June. The Team India coaching setup currently includes batting coach Sitanshu Kotak, fast-bowling coach Morne Morkel, fielding coach T Dilip and assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate, with Bahutule now set to fill the spin-bowling coach’s role.

'You were Usain Bolt?': Zaheer recalls fiery exchange with Ponting in 2010 Mohali Test

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 11, 2026, 09:33 (IST)

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan revealed his taunt to Ricky Ponting during their 2010 Mohali Test spat. Khan jokingly asked Ponting if he thought he was Usain Bolt after a failed quick single. This exchange occurred during a dramatic Test match where India secured a thrilling one-wicket victory.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi tipped for major role in BCCI’s make-or-break red-ball mission

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 05, 2026, 06:47 (IST)

India's cricket board is rebuilding its Test team. A new plan focuses on young players for the future. A four-day competition will feature 64 players under 25. This aims to create a strong pipeline of red-ball cricketers. Coaches and selectors will prioritize Test development. Emerging and India A teams will tour Sri Lanka for four-day games.

'The kala in his hand': How Mukesh Kumar became Delhi Capitals' go-to bowler

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 07, 2026, 13:39 (IST)

Mukesh Kumar has emerged as an unlikely yet vital weapon for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026, silencing doubters with discipline and control. Backed by the team management, the Bengal pacer has relied on hard lengths and consistency to deliver.

T20 World Cup: Why Gautam Gambhir dedicated India’s win to Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 09, 2026, 09:26 (IST)

Gautam Gambhir dedicated India's T20 World Cup triumph to Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman, acknowledging their foundational roles. India's dominant win over New Zealand marked their third T20 World Cup title and first successful title defence on home soil. Gambhir also lauded captain Suryakumar Yadav and selector Ajit Agarkar for their contributions to the historic victory.

'That sensational partnership changed everything': John Wright on VVS Laxman–Rahul Dravid epic

TNN / Mar 14, 2026, 09:15 (IST)

John Wright reflects on India's improbable 2001 Eden Gardens Test victory against Australia. He highlights the sensational partnership of VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid, and Harbhajan Singh's bowling heroics. The win injected immense self-belief into the team, paving the way for future overseas successes.

VVS Laxman a/c hacking: Cops quiz suspect

TNN / Feb 02, 2014, 04:32 (IST)

A team of Cyberabad police, who are presently in Salt Lake, West Bengal in connection with the probe into the hacking of cricketer VVS Laxman's bank account, are expected to bring the alleged culprit to the city on Monday on a transit warrant.

Charmee, Madhurima, VVS Laxman at a restaurant in Hyderabad

TNN / Oct 15, 2012, 16:08 (IST)

An up-market eatery recently opened doors in the city and P3Ps thronged the place to get a taste of some gastronomical delights.

25 years of Eden miracle: When Rahul Dravid, VVS Laxman stunned Australia

TNN / Mar 14, 2026, 11:29 (IST)

India achieved a historic Test win, following on against Australia, a feat accomplished only thrice before. This remarkable victory at Eden Gardens, marked by Sourav Ganguly's captaincy and the heroic partnership of Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman, defied expectations. The match became a symbol of redemption, with fans' support echoing through the stadium.

HCA congratulates Laxman for winning Padma Shri

PTI / Jan 26, 2011, 02:25 (IST)

The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) on Monday congratulated stylish batsman VVS Laxman on being awarded the Padma Shri award.

VVS Laxman's marriage

Feb 12, 2004, 10:49 (IST)

VVS Laxman for Lancashire?

TNN / Jul 14, 2007, 23:39 (IST)

Lancashire County Cricket Club have written to the BCCI seeking permission to sign Laxman, as an overseas player, after India’s Test series against England ends in August.

'A partnership that will forever remain special': VVS Laxman on Eden Gardens miracle with Rahul Dravid

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 14, 2026, 14:28 (IST)

VVS Laxman reminisced about the 25th anniversary of India's historic Test victory against Australia at Eden Gardens in 2001. He highlighted the monumental partnership with Rahul Dravid, which saw India overcome a massive deficit and achieve one of cricket's greatest comebacks. Laxman's 281 and Dravid's 180 were pivotal in setting up the win.

Watch: Rishabh Pant leads VVS Laxman's cake-smear birthday party

Nov 02, 2023, 10:32 (IST)

The 49th birthday celebrations of the iconic former India batsman VVS Laxman included a cake-smear party—a cherished tradition among Team India players. The standout participant in the party was none other than wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant. In a video shared by Pant on 'X' platform, it captured the moment when Laxman playfully applied a dab of cream on Pant's face, prompting Pant to reciprocate by taking a generous slice of cake and spreading it across Laxman's smiling face.

‘VVS Laxman scored 281 with my bat’: Venkatapathy Raju on epic Eden Gardens knock

Mar 13, 2026, 09:26 (IST)

Returning after two years, Venkatapathy Raju witnessed a transformed Indian team. VVS Laxman's belief in a comeback against Australia, coupled with his and Rahul Dravid's remarkable partnership, shifted the game's momentum. Sachin Tendulkar's crucial spell on Day 5 and Laxman's extraordinary batting, even against Shane Warne, sealed a historic victory that instilled immense belief in Indian cricket.