Laxman Singh (1908–1989) was an Indian first-class cricketer active during the early decades of organised domestic cricket in India. He is recorded among the cohort of Indian cricketers documented in standard cricket and biographical databases.
Key facts
| Full name | Laxman Singh |
|---|---|
| Born | 1908 |
| Died | 1989 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Cricket |
| Level | First-class cricket |
Background
Laxman Singh's playing career falls within the early formative period of Indian cricket, a phase that included the establishment of the Ranji Trophy in 1934 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and India's entry into Test cricket in 1932. Cricketers of his generation typically represented princely state teams, gymkhanas or regional associations that later evolved into the modern domestic structure.
Significance
While not among the most prominent figures of the era, Laxman Singh is part of the broader register of Indian first-class players whose participation contributed to the depth of domestic cricket in pre-independence and early post-independence India.
Related topics
- Ranji Trophy
- Board of Control for Cricket in India
- History of Cricket in India
- List of Indian Cricketers
References
- Wikidata entry: Q6505167