Hyderabad, Nov. 2 -- Even though 14 years have passed since VVS Laxman retired as a player, he continues to give his best efforts to the cause of Indian cricket. On Sunday, November 1, the talented Hyderabadi celebrated his 52nd birthday. Now, as the Head of Cricket at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, he is shouldering a huge responsibility and guiding Indian cricket towards a brighter future.

Laxman was born on November 1, 1974, in Hyderabad. All residents of the Twin Cities know the facts behind his gradual transition into one of India's leading cricketers. It was his uncle, Baba Krishna Mohan, who used to encourage and guide him towards cricket when he was growing up. His uncle was a left arm seamer who was coached by AR Bh...