VVS Laxman
VVS Laxman has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, ahead of the home test series against New Zealand starting August 23 in his hometown Hyderabad.
The 37 year old has had a glittering career since his debut in 1996 but his recent test form had raised question marks over his continuance in the side.
He shot to the limelight with a knock of 167 against Australia in Sydney in 2000.
But perhaps his greatest achievement was his 281 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in 2001, against Australia, then the highest score by an Indian batsman in tests.
It was part of a record stand with Rahul Dravid which set up a stunning victory for the home team after following on and ended Australia's consecutive 16-match winning streak.
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