Originally posted by: india2050
Abhimanyu fought exceedingly well. After Abhimanyu kills Lakshman (Duryodhan's son) Karna and others actually ask Drona what course of action needed to be followed now. It was Drona who advised Karna to cut the reins of horses of Ahimanyu's chariot and attack from behind and break his bow. Then he lost his sword and shield and used the wheel of chariot to defend.No way does it lessen Karna's role.The great warriors in the Kaurava side - Drona, Karna, Kripa, Ashwatthama and Kritavarma disable Abhimanyu but don't actually kill him.Abhimanyu was actually killed by Dusshasan's son. They had a single combat with maces and fell unconscious during the fight. Since Abhimanyu was tired having fought alone the whole day he was slow in getting up and was killed. For dramatization in TV they show the great warriors killing him.
Wow ! Much thanks to you for explaining this part in detail.. 😃