It's mental discipline that sets one apart, the ability to think differently and to generate energy in the right direction.

Critics haven't taught me my cricket, and they don't know what my body and mind are up to.

I have played for 15 years and it has been a dream.

It really doesn't matter honestly to look at the scoreboard where it's 20 runs and 2 wickets down or 200 runs, 2 wickets down, because... if you're positive inside it really doesn't matter. It just requires different planning sometimes.

In any profession, there are always ups and downs.

To me, pre-match preparation is extremely important because that's something which is within my control.

Chase your dreams .... but make sure you don't find shortcuts.