Sometimes I need to look at the scoreboard to figure out whether I'm batting hundred-plus or whether I am on zero.

I feel when somebody has been playing cricket for a long time, he creates a separate identity for himself.

When I walk into bat, I should know that 'Yes, I've prepared to the best of my ability. I couldn't have done anything better.' That is when I feel that I am ready to go out and play.

It has been very good here, but the World Cup game was different. It had a different significance to it.

The Australian tour was good for us; it was ideal preparation for us.

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

Obviously if you're positive, then there's positive energy flowing in your body. The moments are smoother - thought process is smoother. But if there is doubt, then also your body's not going to move that well, your thought process is not clear.