I love tattoos. And mine symbolise who I really am. I have a Samurai on my left arm. At a subconscious level, I connect to this warrior and model myself on his discipline, skills and honour. There is also a tribal tattoo and a Chinese symbol of faith. I have seen a lot of people getting tattoos just because it's a trend.

People from North India are generally known to be aggressive and emotional.

Nothing extraordinary happens to a cricketer if you time his career - which is very short.

The more centuries that I am able to score, the happier I will be.

I feel only my friends and family need to know what is happening in my personal life.

Sachin Tendulkar has carried the burden of the nation for 21 years. It is time we carried him on our shoulders

Self-belief and hard work will always earn you success.