We have been developing fast bowlers for the last five years and all this competition will only raise the level of performance of all bowlers. As for what’s in store immediately, I am just looking at playing at some club games to be sure of myself first.

Finally, as a senior in the side, how do you look at the performance of young fast bowlers?

•I am proud of what they have achieved. Look at Sreesanth, he has been doing consistently well for the last one year. If you remember last year in Bangladesh, I was asked about Ishant and I said he’s got a great future. Look at how he’s shaped right through this Australia series. I am very happy with the way Irfan has come back as well. He’s been bowling well and has been among wickets too. Overall, it’s great for Indian cricket as we now have a lot of good players waiting for their chance.