I am a machine condemned to devour books.

Merely quantitative differences, beyond a certain point, pass into qualitative changes.

All mysteries which lead theory to mysticism find their rational solution in human practice and in the comprehension of this practice.

The theory of Communists may be summed up in the single sentence: Abolition of private property.

The French say you get hungry when you’re eating, and I get inspired when I’m working. It’s my engine

Stuff your brain with knowledge.

Virat Kohli has so far shown that he has more ability and talent than anybody else, and if he can play till 32 or 34 with same fitness and without injuries, he will come to a point where not even Vivian Richards neither Sachin Tendulkar had such a record.

The next generation has always been and will be better than the previous one. If it is not, then the world would not be moving forward.

Cricket is very simple... you play till you can sustain.

In the long run, I believe that honesty is definitely the best policy. One can get away by being dishonest for a short term, but ultimately, honesty is what pays.

Fast bowling is an art, like spin bowling.

The hunger to win must not die... The appetite has to remain big.

When you have to work, work with a smile.

It is always nice when you are honoured. The Lifetime award makes me feel old. I am only 55.

I don't look into negative things. Go past mistakes and look forward.

Good sports facilities are a blessing.

Sports should not become routine. It should be about passion.

No cricket should be played for at least a month anywhere in the world after a World Cup.

When I was a boy, cricket was very, very English. Anyone who spoke English and anyone from a big town could play. And that was it.

If your work becomes a source of enjoyment and a challenge, it will never seem like work - it will be fun. If you ever feel that your work is a burden, there is no point carrying on with it.

My role models have kept on changing.

Though teenagers are generally very interested in sports, they must realise that education is the most important thing in their lives. They must find the right balance.

Every person gets negative things, they learn from those negative things, and you become a positive person.

One can't feel old in a day or overnight!