India's 5 highest run scorers of all time in Test Cricket

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The Master Blaster and The Wall.

#4. V.V.S. Laxman

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V.V.S. Laxman was indeed 'very very special'.

Matches: 134, Innings: 225, Runs: 8781.

A true gentleman of the game, it is hard to find somebody who anything bad to say about Laxman. But do not let his good nature fool you, he was ruthless whenever he had a bat in hand. His hunger for runs and ability to stay calm even under tremendous pressure was a huge asset to the Indian team.

In a career spanning over 16 years, Laxman scored 8781 at an average of 45.97 in the 134 Tests that he played. For years he was the glue that held the Indian batting order together.

And who can ever forget his incredible 281 against Australia at the Eden Gardens to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat for India. True to his nickname, V.V.S. Laxman was indeed 'very very special'.

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