Laxman's English deal falls through

India batsman VVS Laxman's planned move to Nottinghamshire has fallen through after the deal was vetoed by the India Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI), the English county said.

The 33-year-old had been expected to arrive at Trent Bridge in August after Nottinghamshire had received a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the BCCI two weeks ago.

However, the BCCI have subsequently withdrawn the NOC by e-mail and Nottinghamshire director of cricket Mick Newell said the county will now search for a replacement player.

"We followed correct procedures to complete the deal with the approval of the BCCI and it is extremely disappointing that they have reversed their stance," Newell said.

"We were very surprised to learn about the possibility of the deal collapsing in the media in the first instance.

"The players, management and supporters were looking forward to VVS joining Notts and now we have to pursue alternative players."