VVS Laxman says he is happy with his contribution to the country even though he was overlooked for the captaincy.

Laxman dismissed suggestions of lack of acknowledgement for his achievements and said had it been the case he would not have played 100 Tests, a feat only seven great players had managed before him.

"If I had not got that kind of acknowledgement I wouldn't have played 100 Test matches. The biggest acknowledgement for me is representing the team for 100 Test matches and being part of Indian cricket for the last 12 years. What is important is what I have contributed to Indian cricket," the 34-year-old Laxman said.

"I'm really blessed (to have played 100 matches). Everyone dreams of playing for India, and me playing 100 matches for India was definitely one of the proud moments in my life," he added.

Asked about any ill-feeling that he was never considered for captaincy, the Hyderabadi batsman said, "I was close once when I was the vice-captain on the tour of South Africa. I have played with cricketers who have been senior to me and who have done well, I never thought on those lines at all. It is something which is given to you and it is something which is beyond my control. I have captained India A and also in Ranji and Duleep Trophies, everything except the Indian team. I think I have done well whenever I have got the chance."