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" Some individuals relish the fact that they are not drawing attention and can quietly go about their game while others want to show off. "

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" Being an impatient guy, even off the field, I would always look to score runs and score them quickly. Sometimes I panic if runs are not coming. "

" I am talking as an Indian and not as as a cricketer. I believe we should not have any ties or relationship with Pakistan. For me, it is very important to protect our people. "

" I have always loved the big stage and would often tell my friends while growing up that I'd want to help India win the World Cup one day. "

" Most of my diet is low on carbohydrates and fats. "

" My mood depends on how I treat my toothbrushes. Being a skipper is a strenuous job, and when you are going through a rough phase, obviously you start taking out your frustration. You can't take it out on anyone: you can't take it out on your teammates or your wife. The only person that is left is your toothbrush. "

" Playing on a low surface is always difficult for anyone to play their strokes. You need to be more of a grafter. "

" For most part of my stint as KKR leader, I have always been one of the boys: easy-going, relaxed, and a bit of a prankster. "

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" Sport doesn't work on knee-jerk reactions. "

" I've always maintained that the problem in India is that we only give credit to big contributions. "

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" I've always wanted to do something for the defence forces - I've always said that the Army always has been my first love. It's about what they do selflessly for the country. "

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" I have always maintained that bowlers win you a cricket match whatever the format. "

" As a leader, you want your team to play as you are. "

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" You don't want to end up with a huge tally of runs after eight games but with your team out of contention. "

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" To me, form is not about scoring runs but how you feel about your game. Sometimes the runs are not there, but you know you are batting well, and that is good form for me. "

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