Every day, I get up to hit the gym; the schedule is such that it gives me the requisite energy to last the entire day. I stress on cardiovascular exercises, and the workout is programmed with my sporting schedule. Most of the fitness schedule is based on what I require for my upcoming matches.
I do not usually follow a rigid fitness regimen, and most of it depends upon what goals I have in my mind.
There are not enough turning pitches in India, which is why we are not getting good spinners.
IPL is good for limelight and making money.
When you are playing against an opposition, you want to go out there and win a game, and for that, you have to be aggressive.
As a leader, you want your team to play as you are.
Life of people of this country is far more important than any sports or any other thing.
I am talking as an Indian and not as as a cricketer. I believe we should not have any ties or relationship with Pakistan. For me, it is very important to protect our people.
I've played my whole life for Delhi; I know what is good or bad for Delhi cricket.
Ultimately, DDCA is there to promote Delhi cricket. They are not there to promote themselves or set agendas. The primary job of DDCA is to look after cricket, see where Delhi cricket is going at all levels.
I love discussing my game with people who have similar mindsets.
Ultimately, the one who scores the winning run is a finisher, irrespective of whether he's an opening batsman or No 11. What matters is how much you are contributing. If you can win matches for your team, you are a finisher.
I love watching movies. I am a big movie buff.
I am very passionate about Indian hockey.
If there is hockey or football and cricket on my television, I prefer to watch hockey.
I'm aggressive on the field and a team-man to the core.
Sport doesn't work on knee-jerk reactions.
India should not have any ties with Pakistan, be it Bollywood or cricket. I am shocked that Bollywood is saying that cricket and movies should be kept ahead of national sentiments.
National interest is above anything else. Just because you sit in an air-conditioned room, you can say you shouldn't relate cricket and movies to politics. Ask anyone who has lost a family member to terror attacks, and you will get your answer.
I never thought of starting a cricket academy because every second person is starting a cricket academy.
