You need to be adaptable in cricket and in life.

I love the challenge that cricket presents.

It was an amazing win and testament to the character of the team. From the position we were in it must be one of the greatest comebacks.

Taking risks is essential for progress, both in cricket and in life.

Anyone would be naive to think people were not aware with what was going on about ball maintenance. I dont think Cricket Australia wanted to go there. They did not want to go any deeper than that superficial example of ball-tampering.

The team is greater than the individual.

I’ve always believed in making the most of my chances.

I would be comfortable to bat anywhere.

Learning from failure is crucial to personal growth and success.

I have a business that, funnily enough, has an Indian link – we grow Indian sandalwood in plantations and export the timber and oil overseas.

Every game is a new opportunity to learn and grow.

You can’t take the game too seriously; it’s a game at the end of the day.

I now know what Sachin Tendulkar feels every time he bats in India.

Being a team player means putting the needs of the team above your own personal achievements.

I have no desire to keep playing international Test cricket, and not a day has gone by that I’ve regretted retiring.

I never played for the accolades; I played for the love of the game.

Enjoyment is the key to success in any sport.

The best compliment for me is when someone says they’ll pay to watch me play, And I can say that I’ll pay to watch MS Dhoni bat. MS is not the next Gilchrist. He’s the first MS Dhoni.

Integrity is the foundation of any successful career.

Losing the Ashes was intense and emotional. My personal lack of results and contribution through that series played havoc in my mind.

Cricket is a game of uncertainty and unpredictability.

I always wanted to be a part of a team that played hard and fair.

Success is not solely measured by the number of runs scored or wickets taken, but by the impact you have on those around you.

I’ll pay to watch MS Dhoni Bat. Dhoni is not the next Gilchrist. He’s the first MS Dhoni.

People might think I am hypocritical because clearly my batting gave me an opportunity, certainly in the one-day team. I still always placed most importance on my wicketkeeping.

You can’t put a price on happiness.

The best way to predict the future is to create it.

In life, it is important to find balance between dedication to your passions and being present for your loved ones.

I think I could have adapted to left-handed golf better to right-handed batting.

Whilst there’s a competition still on we’re still a chance.