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Cricket · Batter · Telangana

V. V. S. Laxman

Test specialist known for his 281 against Australia at Eden Gardens in 2001; head of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (formerly the National Cricket Academy) since December 2021, confirmed September 2026.

Profile details

Born
1 Nov 1974
Birthplace
Hyderabad
State listed
Telangana
Position
Batter
Sport
Cricket
Discipline
Team
Category
Men
Status
Active
Last reviewed
15 Sep 2026

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Honours & Awards

  • ▸8,781 Test runs
  • ▸Padma Shri
  • ▸Arjuna Award
  • ▸Wisden Cricketer of the Year

Competition Appearances

1 recorded appearance, most significant first.

  • ·1998 Commonwealth Games

Career Timeline

  1. 1998Competed at 1998 Commonwealth Games

Statistics

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About

Test specialist known for his 281 against Australia at Eden Gardens in 2001; head of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (formerly the National Cricket Academy) since December 2021, confirmed September 2026.

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Teams

Deccan ChargersHyderabad cricket teamIndia national cricket teamKochi Tuskers KeralaLancashire County Cricket Club

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