On playing Twenty20:

• I enjoyed Twenty20 cricket right from the start. I’m not, by any stretch of the imagination, a reluctant T20 player.

On the golden run since 2006:

• Without doubt this is the best phase of my life. I have enjoyed a lot of success of late. I have worked really hard and I want to keep the rhythm going for as long as possible. The challenge is to keep the good form going.

On frequent injuries early in his career:

• It was really frustrating. I would be bowling well, and then suddenly get injured. The initial part of my career was a struggle. But I’m happy to tide over it, I’m now keeping myself match fit at all time. I’m managing my body better and I don’t to take a break from training when I’m doing well.

On being seen as one of the world’s best fast bowlers:

• I’m very flattered by the compliment. It feels good to be regarded as the best and also get compared to someone like Wasim Akram. Along with these comparisons, comes responsibility, and I really enjoy being the main strike bowler for the team. I just hope I can live up to everyone’s expectations.

On playing against Dhoni and other Team India players in the IPL:

• It’s a lot of fun. They have problems trying to play me, and similarly I have problems bowling to them because we guys know each other so well.

On Mumbai’s chances of winning the IPL:

• We have a good chance. We’ve got a balanced side, with Sachin Tendulkar and Sanath Jayasuriya the most dangerous pair and a deep batting line-up. With me and Lasith Malinga leading with the new ball, and Harbhajan to follow, we have a bowling that can defend any total.