Laxman signs up with Lancashire for season 2009

    
LONDON: Stylish Indian batsman VVS Laxman has signed up as overseas player for English county side Lancashire for the season 2009.
    
This will be Laxman's second stint with the county side, his first being a four-week spell in 2007 which saw him score 541 runs in eight matches, with an of 54.28.
    
Subject to final approval from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Laxman is expected to be available after the completion of his Indian Premier League commitments and will remain with Lancashire until the end of the 2009 domestic season.
    
Confirming the signing of Laxman, Lancashire Cricket Manager Mike Watkinson said, "It gives me great pleasure to secure the services of this extremely talented batsman for next season. He will bring star quality to our batting line-up for both Championship and one-day Cricket, and his wealth of experience is perfect for our younger batsman to learn from and develop around."
    
"His contributions both on and off the field during his short stay in 2007 were outstanding and left a lasting impact on the players. We all look forward to welcoming VVS and his family back to Old Trafford next season."
    
Laxman, who is currently playing against Australia in the four-match home Test series, said, "I thoroughly enjoyed my short stay with Lancashire in 2007, and I am thrilled to be returning to Old Trafford next year."
    
"My last memory playing for the county was that heart-breaking loss at The Oval, but next year I hope to play a significant role in leading Lancashire to Championship success," Laxman was quoted as saying by the club website.