Good cricket is not just about technique, it’s about temperament.

Playing for your country is an honor; playing for your team is a privilege.

A champion team will always beat a team of champions.

Tough times don’t last, but tough players do.

Winning is not the most important thing; the process is what counts.

In a match, focus on what you can control, not what you can’t.

The more you prepare, the luckier you get.

In the toughest times, the best players rise to the occasion.

Confidence comes from preparation, not from results.

Don’t wait for opportunity to knock; create your own opportunity.

It’s not about the glory, it’s about the journey.

In cricket, you must have the mental fortitude to withstand the highs and lows.

Success is achieved when preparation meets opportunity.

The harder you train, the easier the game becomes.

Every match is a chance to prove yourself.

You can’t control the outcome, but you can control your effort.

It’s not enough to just play; you have to play smart.

The only way to achieve your goals is by working harder than anyone else.

It’s not the talent, but the hard work that counts.

Stay calm under pressure; that’s when the best opportunities arise.

Cricket is a team sport. Individual brilliance can win games, but it’s the team that wins series.

I’ve learned more from my failures than my successes.

The ultimate goal is to make your teammates better.

Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and take on new challenges. That’s where true growth and development happen.

Cricket is a game of strategy and tactics. The ability to read the game, make quick decisions, and adjust your plans accordingly is crucial to success.

Failure is part of success. If you are not failing, you are not pushing yourself hard enough.

Talent is not enough in cricket; you need discipline, patience, and work ethic.

The best teams are the ones that are always looking for ways to improve.

Your character is defined not by your victories, but by how you handle defeat and bounce back stronger.

Cricket is a gentleman’s game, and it’s important to always play with integrity, respect your opponents, and uphold the spirit of fair play.

Every great player has a unique mental strength.

You must adapt to the game, the conditions, and the situation.

If you’re not nervous before a match, you’re not prepared enough.

Cricket teaches you to handle success with humility and failure with grace. It’s important to stay grounded and never let success get to your head.

The best way to lead is by example. Don’t just talk about hard work and dedication, show it through your actions.

It’s not just about winning, it’s about how you win.

What you do when no one’s watching defines you as a player.

I would rather be a part of a great team than a great individual.

Your attitude and mindset are what separate good players from great players. Stay positive, stay focused, and always strive for greatness.

The journey to success is never a straight path. There will be obstacles, setbacks, and moments of doubt. But it’s important to stay focused, keep pushing forward, and never give up.

Never back down from a challenge.

It’s the small details that make the difference in big moments.

Being mentally tough is as important as being physically fit.

Cricket is a battle of the mind as much as it is a physical sport. Mental toughness and self-belief are crucial in achieving success.

Success is not measured by the number of runs you score or matches you win, but by the impact you have on the game and the people around you.

Don’t worry about the opposition; focus on your own performance.

In cricket, it’s not about what you can do today, it’s about what you can do tomorrow.

Success is the result of preparation and hard work.

You have to be relentless in your pursuit of improvement.

A captain’s mindset should be to lead from the front, take responsibility for your actions, and inspire your team to greatness.

The challenge is not to be good, but to be consistent.

Cricket is a game of confidence, patience, and mental toughness.

You can never be fully satisfied with your achievements; there is always room for improvement and new challenges to conquer.

I suppose, because I am a sportsman and travel all over Australia, I see every day Australians doing small and large and often unnoticed deeds; many times I thought how nice it would be for them to be recognised, so I hope somehow that in receiving this honour that I represent these people.

He’s very competitive and knows what he wants. He has developed toughness in character and that is what is needed for Indian cricket. Ganguly has proved to be one of the best captains. He has now acquired great leadership qualities.

It’s not about how you start, it’s about how you finish.

When the pressure is on, the good players are the ones who step up.

The best players are the ones who are willing to put in the hard work, stay focused, and embrace challenges.

Rahul is the kind of person who young cricketers can look up to; not only because of his success but also because of the way he conducts himself.

There is no shame being beaten by such a great player, Sachin is perhaps only next to the Don.

A captain is only as good as his players.

Cricket is not just a game, it’s a way of life. It teaches you discipline, camaraderie, and the importance of teamwork.

He’s the type of bloke you would want to have on your side. When you see an Indian side with Ganguly in the line-up, you know it’s game on. You don’t have to like or dislike him. You have to respect him.

I’d like to try to inspire the youth, that’s obviously where our future is and the kids are the ones you can mould and you can give them ideas and opportunities and I’d like to try to inspire all the young kids because I had a dream when I was young, that was to play for Australia.

I don’t like waiting in airports for my bags. Even worse, I don’t like waiting in airports when my bags are lost.

The best teams don’t always win, but the best teams always work hard.

True leadership is not about being bossy or dictating terms; it’s about leading by example, inspiring your team, and making tough decisions when necessary.

I keep a lucky red rag in my pocket when I bat, which has been a good luck charm for a few years.

The minute you hesitate you are in trouble.

Money does not motivate me as long as I can provide for my children.

You can’t take your talent for granted. You need to keep working hard.

To play your best cricket you have to be an optimist, have grit and determination, and most importantly, never give up.

It’s a hard life as a professional cricketer. It’s not as easy as everyone makes out. To survive you need a tough hide.

It doesn’t matter how pretty you look it’s how many runs you get.

You’ve got to have dreams to keep you going.

The key to handling pressure is to embrace it.

Captains who build their own emotional resilience and train with the same intensity as their players will always be ahead of the game.

To me, being Australian is about looking after your mates, taking care of the less fortunate, supporting the underdog and enhancing the spirit that makes all Australians unique.

The key to handling pressure is to enjoy it when you’re confronted with it rather than worry about it too much.

Geez, I just played cricket because I loved the game. I never thought about it much, never really had any formal coaching.