Laxman on Sunday decided to walk into the sunset withimmediate effect despite being picked in the Indian squad for the two-matchTest series against New Zealand starting at his hometown in southern Indiancity of Hyderabad on August 23 and Srikkanth said he respected his decision toretire.
"Laxman is one of the greatest cricketers. He has wonso many matches for India. He has won tremendous matches for India from no winsituations. He should have got more recognition for his performances. Morecredit should go to him for his great performances," Srikkanth told PTI.
"It is all in records as to how he had played in SriLanka, Australia and New Zealand. I respect his personal decision and wish himthe very best," he added.
Srikkanth described Laxman as a "gentlemancricketer" and a "person of character".
"He is the best gentleman cricketer that I have seen.He is a thoroughbred gentleman and soft spoken person with great character. Heis very well mannered," said the former Indian opener.
