Working overtime on Laxman's back

Laxman was obviously tired, the physios had been going at his back for nearly three days. Even when Laxman hinted at catching a nap at night, the physio informed him, “go ahead, sleep, just leave your back awake”.

When the physio finally gave up, there was talk of flying in a Bangkok masseur to which Laxman raised his hands in objection, “I’m a married man, these Bangkok girls are no good, leave me out of this please…no IPL monkey business for me”

Often in his career, Laxman has exposed the tail to the quicks, taking singles on the first ball. It appears the tailenders are now talking of returning the favour – “I’d like to see Laxman handle some of those short balls now” said one, while another hinted at taking a single on the first ball.

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