Don't stop chasing your dreams, because dreams do come true.

I'm really focusing now on how I can get to the next level as a batsman. How can I get even more competitive? How can I get even more consistent? How can I get better?

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.

I just keep it simple. Watch the ball and play it on merit.

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

Obviously after such a long gap, one itches to get back to the game and score big runs.

Schools across India do not have teachers, libraries, playing grounds and even toilets. I do not want to see empty classrooms, empty libraries. I do not want to see cattle grazing on fields meant to be cricket or football grounds.