All the Indian fast bowlers went through some injury problem in the last few months. Do you believe the Indian team physio has to take the blame somewhere, or is it too much international cricket?
You cannot really point the finger at any particular incident or individual. Fast bowling is tough. You will get some kind of injury at some stage. Personally, I enjoy bowling more and playing a lot of matches and I have always been endorsing this.
If given an option between three net sessions and one match, I will always go for a match. I am really happy and I get better when I bowl more. One thing I have always said is that I love playing matches and the more I play it is good for my bowling and match-fitness. I am happy playing as many matches as possible.
How much help was it having Venkatesh Prasad as bowling coach?
If you look at it, since the whole support staff has been in place, it has been of big help. He has been very good with all the youngsters, putting in a lot of effort. There is a lot of healthy discussion going on, generally talking about cricket and fast bowling, about your experiences. I think sharing experiences is always helpful.
Whenever I get an opportunity I make sure I speak to bowlers who have performed at this level. It's been good to see Venkatesh Prasad working with the young bowlers, giving them their space and at the same time making them understand how to be at your best.
Whom did you look up to when you were growing up as a fast
