Today if I'm a cricketer it is because of Sachin Tendulkar. Else, I would never have picked up a bat. He's the reason behind me playing cricket

When a person becomes satisfied, he doesn't run after things, doesn't worry about it, and doesn't make efforts.

Sourav is a very positive captain. Whatever his personal form, whatever the media writes about him, he has always been strong, focused and aggressive. Perhaps these are the qualities that make him India's most successful captain.

I try to hit the ball along the ground, especially against fast bowlers. I also like the bat to come down in the right position and check if my body position is correct. If I'm really watching the ball carefully, then automatically I'm in a good position to hit it down the ground.

As for my batting, the best part about it is I have never changed it. I have never changed my thinking, I have never changed my batting style.

Nothing is more thrilling than winning a match for your team.

If I see MS Dhoni coming to bat at number 4, I will be the happiest person on earth