Everybody has their own way and signature style to play the game.
Cleanliness is important, and more than that is the physical fitness to attain healthy body and mind.
I owe my success to all my teammates. It is the result of the team work.
I like to improve all the time and never let complacency creep into my system.
The success or failing in one competition doesn't define you, and that is one thing that any sports would teach you.
I love experimenting and doing new things in life, and if things fall into place, I'm ready to take up acting, too.
There's no point sulking for what has happened in the past.
I have met people who have called me the god of hockey, but in my head, I know who I am.
We have always been taught that hockey is our national game, but it is only in general knowledge books and not on official papers.
Jugraj helped me improve my scoring ability from drag flicks, and Dilip Tirkey helped in my defence work. I can say that I have improved with their help.
My only ultimate aim is to bring back the lost glory of Indian hockey.
There are times when new players replace injured players in the national squad. Since the new players don't have enough experience and match practice at the international level, they seldom play under a lot of pressure.
'Roadies' tests your mental and physical ability in the most challenging way, and I have gone through this.
The Olympic Rings tattoo has played its part and will continue to motivate me.
I am a master of drag-drag-flick.
In 2001, '02, and '03, our forward line had Gagan Ajit, Prabhjot, Deepak, who were playing together since junior days. Their coordination was terrific.
Any new coach takes about six months to adjust to the system, and players also need time to understand his methods.
The government is supporting the injured athletes for their recovery in every aspect, but I feel if we have a world-class rehab facility in India, then there is no need to go abroad.
I have no problems with the blue astro-turf. I have got used to it, and I believe that we have got sufficient games to get accustomed to playing on blue turf.
I don't want sadness or happiness to affect my life.
