This Hyderabadi cricketer made 167 run in Sydney’s lively and bouncy wicket. After that there was no repeat of that type of innings. Everybody thought him one hit wounder. Selectors choose him as opening batsman though Laxman knew his position.. Before Australia’s India tour he had poor average of 24. Laxman made triple century in domestic cricket and got berth in Indian team against Australia in Kolkata. Australia came to Kolkata to secure their 17th successive victory. First innings he made 59 run and got regard from Australian. But India could not avoid follow on. Laxman displayed magnificent technique and determination. He picked up strokes from cricket dictionary and displayed those all around. He made 281 run which changed the scenario of Eden Garden. Yes, it is Laxman who batted with imposing authority and show the way to fight against Australian. He has the ability to play long innings. He inspired all the players and show that there was nothing in the pitch and Australian Bowling. Indian players got the confidence and Australia was defeated.
Laxman says it is only the beginning.No doubt it is from Kolkata .