Sachin Tendulkar Quotes
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I never played with a runner in my entire life, even in schools, because only I know where the ball is going and how hard, when I hit the ball, something my runner will never know about.
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And that is the reason why this victory is great, because different players have made contributions to the win.
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When there is time to think about cricket, I think but when there is time to be with family, I try to do justice to that aspect of my life as well.
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Before coming here I had a minor back problem and I thought whenever I play Pakistan I get a back problem.
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The International Cricket Calender shouldn't be so packed with action that it drives spectators away. Also there should be enough space between cricket events to help players recharge their batteries - not just physically but mentally too.
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Sourav's greatest strength is his mind. He is hardworking - not only in the nets but also mentally. He bounces back.
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Success is a process... During that journey sometimes there are stones thrown at you, and you convert them into milestones.
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I really like Iceland. One of the nicest things about it is that I hardly ever had to reach for my credit card. There's practically nothing there to go shopping for.
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Some people call it fearless, some people call it confidence. And I feel I'm confident of whatever I do.
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Obviously if you're positive, then there's positive energy flowing in your body. The moments are smoother - thought process is smoother. But if there is doubt, then also your body's not going to move that well, your thought process is not clear.
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I am not going to come back and play IPL. Have a few plans and may play a few matches here and there.
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Sometimes I need to look at the scoreboard to figure out whether I'm batting hundred-plus or whether I am on zero.
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Commit all your crimes when Sachin is batting. They will go unnoticed because even the Lord is watching.
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When I walk into bat, I should know that 'Yes, I've prepared to the best of my ability. I couldn't have done anything better.' That is when I feel that I am ready to go out and play.
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I believe in controlling the control elements. Something where we don't have control on certain things, those things you obviously cannot waste your energy in trying to figure out 'How can I control this?' You would much rather focus all your energy on the things that you can control.
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It is important to understand that if you do fall, it's important for you to get right back up again.
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I am excited about Indian Grand Prix F1 race. I will support the Force India team. I have friends like Michael Schumacher but I will support Force India because that is the Indian team and country comes first.
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It really doesn't matter honestly to look at the scoreboard where it's 20 runs and 2 wickets down or 200 runs, 2 wickets down, because... if you're positive inside it really doesn't matter. It just requires different planning sometimes.
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It's mental discipline that sets one apart, the ability to think differently and to generate energy in the right direction.
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To me, pre-match preparation is extremely important because that's something which is within my control.
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Having, and seeing, your dreams is very important, and so is chasing those dreams. You see dreams when you sleep, and as you chase your dreams, it keeps you awake. So it's important to stay awake.
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I fail sometimes, I succeed sometimes, so that's fair enough. It's a package deal. It comes with that package: failures and success.
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I'm so disappointed at what's being written and said about Anil Kumble ... He's been around for over 18 years and his achievements do all the talking.
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It’s hard for me to imagine a life without playing cricket because it’s all I have ever done since I was 11 years old.