VVS Laxman

Get well soon paaji: Cricket fraternity wishes Kapil Dev a speedy recovery

Dev notched up 5,248 runs and 434 wickets in 131 matches he played in the longest format of the game for India, while he also amassed 3,783 runs and claimed 253 wickets in 225 ODIs.

 

Oct 23, 2020, 18:26 PM IST

Zaheer Khan turns 42: Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh and others send their wishes

The left-arm fast bowler is widely considered as one of the greatest fast bowlers to have represented the country and was instrumental in several memorable victories for the country. Zaheer was the joint highest wicket-taker in the 2011 ICC World Cup with 21 wickets - thus playing a pivotal role in India's historic triumph.

Oct 07, 2020, 18:15 PM IST

VVS Laxman recalls 'fun times' with former teammates with adorable throwback picture

Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman has recently taken a trip down the memory lane and recalled his 'fun times' by posting an adorable throwback picture of him along with some of his former teammates.

Sep 14, 2020, 16:50 PM IST

'Rushing like a desert storm': VVS Laxman reminisces Sachin Tendulkar's Sharjah knocks from 1998

It was on April 22 in 1998 when Tendulkar smashed blistering knock of 143 from 131 balls against Australia to guide India to the summit showdown of the tri-series amid a ferocious Desert Storm.

Aug 31, 2020, 13:54 PM IST

Empty stands would not affect quality of cricket during IPL 2020, says VVS Laxman

VVS Laxman, the batting mentor of SunRisers Hyderabad, on Monday (August 24) said that empty stands during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) would not affect the quality of cricket.

Aug 25, 2020, 08:20 AM IST

Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh and other cricketers celebrate International Yoga Day 2020--See pics

While all the sporting actvities across the globe are at halt due to coronavirus pandemic, several sports personalities celebrated this year's International Yoga Day at the comfort of their homes on Sunday.

Jun 21, 2020, 13:57 PM IST

VVS Laxman lauds man filling potholes in Mumbai after losing son in road accident

In July 2015, the man's 16-year-old son had lost his life after meeting with an accident due to a pothole on Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road (JVLR) in Mumbai. 

Jun 19, 2020, 13:48 PM IST

Wasim Jaffer, Murali Kartik extended their love for sport with domestic cricket: VVS Laxman

In March, former India opener Jaffer announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, thus ending his two-decade-long cricketing career. 

Jun 14, 2020, 11:12 AM IST

Irfan Pathan retained his fierce passion despite grappling with challenges: VVS Laxman

Pathan is one of the three bowlers to have taken a hat-trick for India in the longest format of the game and the first one to grab it in the first over of the match. 

Jun 13, 2020, 13:46 PM IST

Mohammad Kaif's electric fielding became benchmark for others: VVS Laxman

Kaif made his international debut for India during a Test match against South Africa in March 2000 at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Jun 12, 2020, 16:29 PM IST

Gautam Gambhir was always ready to face new challenges on field, says VVS Laxman

Former India batsman VVS Laxman on Thursday praised his former teammate Gautam Gambhir, saying that the left-handed opener was always redy to take on new challenges on the cricket field. Laxman also shared a photo of Gambhir as part of his initiative of paying tribute to teammates who played a role in making him a better player.

Jun 11, 2020, 11:14 AM IST

VVS Laxman praises MS Dhoni, says his calling card was composure under pressure

Former India batsman VVS Laxman lauded ex skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Tuesday (June 9) and said that his calling card was composure under pressure-cooker situations.

Jun 09, 2020, 11:08 AM IST

Zaheer Khan's journey to dizzy heights of success illustrates strength of his character: VVS Laxman

During his playing career, Zaheer notched up 311 wickets in 92 Tests, 282 wickets in 200 ODIs and 17 wickets in 17 matches he played in the shortest format of the game for India.

Jun 08, 2020, 12:02 PM IST

VVS Laxman heaps praise on Yuvraj Singh's 'unwavering spirit'

In 2017, Yuvraj smashed his highest ODI score when he scored 150 off 127 balls--including 21 boundaries and three massive sixes--against England in Cuttack. 

Jun 07, 2020, 12:01 PM IST

Harbhajan Singh channelized potential frustration into unbridled aggression: VVS Laxman

Harbhajan has bagged 417 wickets in 103 Tests, 269 wickets in 236 ODIs and 25 wickets in 28 T20Is he played for India during his cricketing career.

Jun 06, 2020, 14:35 PM IST

VVS Laxman pays tribute to Sachin Tendulkar, Anil Kumble

Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman has paid tribute legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and former leg-spinner Anil Kumble, saying that he was quite fortunate to play alongside these players.

Jun 01, 2020, 14:56 PM IST

From Sachin Tendulkar to Gautam Gambhir, sports fraternity wishes fans 'Eid Mubarak'

From legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar to cricketer-turned politician Gautam Gambhir, everyone took to their social media handles to wish "Eid Mubarak" to all and sundry.

May 25, 2020, 10:28 AM IST

Sachin Tendulkar ranks quick 44 against West Indies in 1997 as one of his favourites

Tendulkar also spoke about the much-talked game against Australia in Nairobi in 2000 where he took on the Australian bowlers from the word go.
 

May 16, 2020, 17:30 PM IST

Rishi Kapoor dies at 67: Sports fraternity pays homage to veteran actor

From former Indian opener Virender Sehwag to legendary cricketer VVS Laxman, all took to their social media handles to pay their tributes to the late actor.

Apr 30, 2020, 10:43 AM IST

Looked up to Rahul Dravid while growing up, says Vijay Shankar

Shankar's statement came during an Instagram Live session with Australian batsman David Warner on the official handle of the IPL franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Apr 27, 2020, 09:40 AM IST