The moment you start thinking about the end result, you lose focus.

Life as a cricketer taught me resilience.

Battles on the cricket field are won in the heart and mind.

Teamwork makes a good spinner great.

I do not fear grassy tracks. Whether there is grass or not on the wicket, I am not worried.

Each match teaches you something new. You have to keep learning.

When you wear your country’s jersey, you carry a billion dreams with you.

I enjoy every opportunity I get to play for India.

Skill gets you wickets; passion keeps you playing.

According to the situation, your role changes in one-day cricket, especially in a phase like the Powerplay. If I bowl four spells, four times I will be playing a different role. If I come in the first Powerplay, and say the opposition are 70 for no loss after 10 overs, I will be looking to take a wicket.

Success in cricket is about consistency. It’s about performing over and over again.

I always wanted to be a successful cricketer, but the journey has taught me more than I could have imagined.

The pitch may change, but the spirit of the game remains constant.

Taking wickets isn’t just my job; it’s a responsibility.

It is always challenging bowling abroad – you don’t get much spin, bounce. You do get bounce, but you don’t get sideways spin. It is always drifting kind of spin you get.

Bowling in Australia is a challenge, but I enjoy the competition.

Cricket is not just a sport, it’s a passion for millions.

From the gully of Jalandhar to the arenas of the world, cricket has been my journey.

In cricket, mindset can often bowl out talent.

International sport is a lonely journey. You compete with one’s self and try to grow as a cricketer.

Every match is an opportunity to prove yourself, so you must make it count.

I believe in the power of teamwork. Alone you may be good, but together you are unstoppable.

If you want to be successful, you must learn from your mistakes and improve.

A well-bowled doosra leaves batsmen guessing and crowds cheering.

Being a professional cricketer, you have to adapt to the conditions quickly. It takes time to get rhythm when you are constantly traveling from one country to another.

I am just enjoying what cricket has given me. In sports, it’s obviously really important for all of us to remain fit – and health is wealth, so health comes with the sport.

When I take a wicket, it’s not just for me, it’s for my team.

A cricketer’s career is like a roller-coaster ride, but you have to stay focused.

I always try to keep a positive attitude and work hard. Nothing beats hard work.

Every delivery has a story; it’s up to you to tell it in style.

The best way to silence your critics is to perform on the field.

There’s no greater joy than representing your country and giving your best for your team.

My father always told me, ‘If you want to achieve something in life, you must work hard.

Pressure makes diamonds; it also makes champions on the cricket field.

I am very emotional. It took me many years to recover from the death of my father. Even when I was playing cricket, I wasn’t happy. I would just sit and cry. I was very young. He was too young; he shouldn’t have gone. Cricket is all right. We all play sport. Good and bad days come.

I love challenges. It excites me to perform in tough situations.

Cricket is a game of mistakes, the team that makes fewer mistakes wins the game.

I have always believed in myself and my abilities, and I think that’s important in cricket.

Spinning the ball is an art; grabbing victory is a passion.

I define friendship as a bond that transcends all barriers. When you are ready to expect anything and everything from friends, good, bad or ugly… that’s what I call true friendship.