VVS Laxman, head of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), addresses criticism surrounding India’s growing injury concerns, urging people not to use the word “blame.” He says the focus is on how players recover and return to fitness, rather than assigning responsibility.
Laxman argues that rehabilitation decisions follow an objective, data-driven approach within the CoE’s medical and performance framework. The remarks come amid broader scrutiny of how injuries are handled across teams and schedules, with questions raised about the process and outcomes.
Across the coverage, the central emphasis is consistent: Laxman defends the CoE rehabilitation methodology, describing it as structured and evidence-based. While outlets frame the issue as an injury “crisis” and a subject of public debate, they report that Laxman’s response centers on methodology and measurement, not fault-finding. The comments reflect an effort to calm criticism while reinforcing the CoE’s role in player rehabilitation and monitoring.
