During my playing days, when I used to see the repeat telecast of my matches, I used to feel bad on hearing criticism of my game by the commentators.
I want to work on players at school and college level. I will not open an academy but looking to work with the government and Hockey India.
It's a great feeling to earn a place in the Olympics.
I always try to give my best and improve my skills as per the changing trends of the game.
We need variations, variations in not just attempt but in flickers' attempts as well. I mean, a flicker needs to use different angles, pace to keep the opposition defence guessing.
I am enjoying playing as a full back, and I would like to continue in this position.
If I could have played in the qualifying rounds for the Beijing Olympics, the result could have changed. India would have booked the Olympics berth.
India is known for hockey all over the world.
As a drag flicker, I have always strived that my team wins and comes on top.
Any player who is in a national team is their because he deserves to be.
I have identified my weaknesses, and I am working on those.
I know everyone wants to see India winning on home soil, be it in hockey or cricket. But sometimes with expectations come pressure, which can affect our performance.
Whether I play for Ranchi or Delhi, I will give my hundred percent.
A competitive HIL means that India will be able to field a stronger team in the international tournaments.
I am a marquee player and certainly that means a lot of responsibility.
My target is to score in every match here at the 2012 Olympics. I am hoping to land on target with my penalty corner shots at crucial moments.
I don't just want to be a drag-flicker. I want to be become a complete hockey player.
If you are just a drag-flicker, you may some time be out of the team because you're not performing well.
HIL is a boon for Indian hockey.
A competitive HIL can do wonders for India hockey. The tournament will promote young talents and give them the opportunity to play alongside and against some of the best in the business.
