The International Cricket Calender shouldn't be so packed with action that it drives spectators away. Also there should be enough space between cricket events to help players recharge their batteries - not just physically but mentally too.

I am a sportsman and not a politician. I am a sportsman and will always remain one. I am not going to enter politics giving up cricket, which is my life. I will continue to play cricket.

I believe in controlling the control elements. Something where we don't have control on certain things, those things you obviously cannot waste your energy in trying to figure out 'How can I control this?' You would much rather focus all your energy on the things that you can control.

Commit all your crimes when Sachin is batting. They will go unnoticed because even the Lord is watching.

My life, between 22 yards for 24 years... It's hard to imagine that this is coming to an end.

I always had a dream to play for India but I never let it put pressure on me.

Even my father's name is Sachin Tendulkar.