Beating Pakistan is always special because they are a tough team and we have a bit if a history regarding Pakistan.

It doesn't always happen according to the way you have planned things out but I feel if you have covered most of the aspects, it does help out there in the middle.

I never played with a runner in my entire life, even in schools, because only I know where the ball is going and how hard, when I hit the ball, something my runner will never know about.

If you don't execute on your plans, then you don't reach anywhere.

I'm so disappointed at what's being written and said about Anil Kumble ... He's been around for over 18 years and his achievements do all the talking.

There have been ups and downs, but it has taught us a lot in life. Going with the team through those ups and downs is a terrific journey.

It's important to work hard - there's no short cut around that.