I am very close to my family. I have learned a lot from my father. He used to tell me to be honest with yourself and not to argue with your seniors. You dont need to be involved in any quarrel, as sometimes you need to remain silent intelligently.

I don't compete with others, but compete with myself.

I will never date an actor or a model. My family will never accept her. We are a middle class family, and an actress will never be able to gel with us.

My job is to perform, enjoy cricket and thank God for whatever he has given me.

I am trying hard to better my performances every match.

I have always maintained that if you work hard, it wont go waste, as recognition will come to you at some stage, whether in studies or sports. You need to have good intentions and intent to move ahead in life as well as in sports.

As professional cricketers, we have to ensure that we are battle-ready all the time.