To be honest, at the beginning of 2019, I never thought about making my ODI debut.
I always look to get better in all three aspects of the game. I know I can keep getting better.
I feel it's important for anyone to adapt; you never know what kind of situation you will walk into.
I don't know how I have got this habit, but I try to play one match and give it my best - it doesn't matter which level of cricket I am playing in. It gives me satisfaction that I am not thinking about others, not competing with others.
I want to be an asset to the team who can bat or bowl in any position.
I was someone who used to bat up the order. Due to different reasons, I started batting at No. 7, and that became a permanent slot for me.
Be it high or low, it doesn't matter. I need to stay calm and neutral all the time.
I was actually a top-order batsman when I played league cricket in Tamil Nadu. When I made my Ranji debut, I had to bat down the order.
I would definitely say the Nidahas Trophy was a life-changing experience as a cricketer for me.
My aim has always been to keep improving and to do well in the opportunities I get.
I think the inner strength that I have helps me stay calm.
It is all about gaining in confidence with every given opportunity.
I like to read the situation and play accordingly.
Every game is very important.
There are times I do single wicket bowling, and there are times I try, practise, hitting a specific length.
My brother, Ajay, who plays lower-division games, and I discuss cricket often.
I just want to enjoy the game and work on all aspects - batting, bowling, and fielding. The more I enjoy my game, the better I can perform.
The first important thing is representing the country. That feeling will always be there, be it World Cup or any other tournament.
I'm now comfortable bowling long spells. Strength training has brought the pace up.
Every day is different, and every wicket is different. You cannot take things for granted.
