Quotes from Sachin Tendulkar

It doesn't always happen according to the way you have planned things out but I feel if you have covered most of the aspects, it does help out there in the middle.

Any team sport, there are certain team targets and those targets should always be in the forefront.

Let us celebrate the spirit of sport through the National Games

The Australian tour was good for us; it was ideal preparation for us.

Before coming here I had a minor back problem and I thought whenever I play Pakistan I get a back problem.

Beating Pakistan is always special because they are a tough team and we have a bit if a history regarding Pakistan.

Sourav's greatest strength is his mind. He is hardworking - not only in the nets but also mentally. He bounces back.

Success is a process... During that journey sometimes there are stones thrown at you, and you convert them into milestones.

If you don't execute on your plans, then you don't reach anywhere.

It is important to understand that if you do fall, it's important for you to get right back up again.

Making an effort is in your hands. Giving 100% is in your hands.

I just keep it simple. Watch the ball and play it on merit.

Some people call it fearless, some people call it confidence. And I feel I'm confident of whatever I do.

Great individuals and great performances build a team, which produces brilliant performances.

I want to give my six hours of serious cricket on the ground and then take whatever the result.

Along with the talent, you also need direction.

It's important not to take anything for granted.

To me, pre-match preparation is extremely important because that's something which is within my control.

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.

I fail sometimes, I succeed sometimes, so that's fair enough. It's a package deal. It comes with that package: failures and success.

I'm really focusing now on how I can get to the next level as a batsman. How can I get even more competitive? How can I get even more consistent? How can I get better?

At least with me, the match starts much, much earlier than the actual match.

In any profession, there are always ups and downs.

I'm confident and I trust my instincts.