Hyderabad board disapproves of Laxman's omission

VVS Laxman's omission from the Indian one-day side for Bangladesh has sent a wave of displeasure through the Hyderabad Cricket Association, who made clear their disapproval to the BCCI with strong words.

"We express our utmost dissatisfaction at this move which will demoralise a talented batsman," a letter addressed to Jagmohan Dalmiya and the national selectors stated. Then Shivlal Yadav, the secretary of the association, released a press statement making public his feelings about the move. "The Hyderabad Cricket Association wishes to place on record its surprise and anguish at the way VVS Laxman has been `rested' from the one-day matches for the Bangladesh tour.

"There is no injury that Laxman is carrying and we feel he hasn't been `rested' due to genuine reasons. At a time when other players in the team are carrying injuries, we are surprised to note that Laxman has been rested." Yadav also observed that Laxman had played a role in `rigorous' tours that involved Australia, South Africa and Pakistan, but was not afforded the opportunity against Bangladesh.

However, Laxman's one-day form has dipped after the VB Series in Australia, where he struck three centuries. His ability on the field has come into question as well.

One-day figures for India's top seven since the Asia Cup in July 2004