Lara's done very well recently and I never had any doubts about the abilities of Lara or Waugh.

I just want to continue the way I am going.

It is my job to make runs for the country and win. That is the job I have to do.

I want to give my six hours of serious cricket on the ground and then take whatever the result.

If efforts to do social work are couched in selfish motives, then they will die a premature death. Why would my efforts get politicised? I have values I inherited from my father. He helped many. Anyone, even a postman knocking on our door would get a glass of water and some sweets.

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

Wasim and Waqar were amazing bowlers. I would put them right up there with the best in the world.