Success is a process… During that journey sometimes there are stones thrown at you, and you convert them into milestones.
Along with the talent, you also need direction.
Chase your dreams …. but make sure you don’t find shortcuts.
If you don’t execute on your plans, then you don’t reach anywhere.
I never played with a runner in my entire life, even in schools, because only I know where the ball is going and how hard, when I hit the ball, something my runner will never know about.
There have been ups and downs, but it has taught us a lot in life. Going with the team through those ups and downs is a terrific journey.
I believe in controlling the control elements. Something where we don’t have control on certain things, those things you obviously cannot waste your energy in trying to figure out ‘How can I control this?’ You would much rather focus all your energy on the things that you can control.
Making an effort is in your hands. Giving 100% is in your hands.
Chase your dreams and don’t find shortcuts…!!!
I feel when somebody has been playing cricket for a long time, he creates a separate identity for himself.
It is important to understand that if you do fall, it’s important for you to get right back up again.
I believe every era has its significance and the same holds true for players and coaches.
I have never tried to compare myself to anyone else.
It’s important not to take anything for granted.
People throw stones at you and you convert them into milestones.
Don’t stop chasing your dreams, because dreams do come true.
It’s mental discipline that sets one apart, the ability to think differently and to generate energy in the right direction.
Having, and seeing, your dreams is very important, and so is chasing those dreams. You see dreams when you sleep, and as you chase your dreams, it keeps you awake. So it’s important to stay awake.
I played under many Captains, but Dhoni is the one, who fulfilled my Dream of winning World Cup
I am not thinking too far ahead, just want to take it one thing at a time.
Some people call it fearless, some people call it confidence. And I feel I’m confident of whatever I do.
It’s important to work hard – there’s no short cut around that.
Great individuals and great performances build a team, which produces brilliant performances.
It doesn’t always happen according to the way you have planned things out but I feel if you have covered most of the aspects, it does help out there in the middle.
I just keep it simple. Watch the ball and play it on merit.
