He's very competitive and knows what he wants. He has developed toughness in character and that is what is needed for Indian cricket. Ganguly has proved to be one of the best captains. He has now acquired great leadership qualities.

Rahul is the kind of person who young cricketers can look up to; not only because of his success but also because of the way he conducts himself.

I keep a lucky red rag in my pocket when I bat, which has been a good luck charm for a few years.

I don't like waiting in airports for my bags. Even worse, I don't like waiting in airports when my bags are lost.

Money does not motivate me as long as I can provide for my children.

The minute you hesitate you are in trouble.

It doesn't matter how pretty you look it's how many runs you get.