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 | Sachin Tendulkar
'We have a very good chance of winning. It's not always about the composition of the team. It is more important to get into a rhythm and then sustain it. We struggled at the start of the 2003 tournament because the momentum was not with us. But once we gained it, we beat every side except Australia.'
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 | Andy Roberts
'The World Cup will be a wonderful advertisement for West Indian cricket. The infrastructure created for the competition will outlive it, and that is fantastic as far as the future is concerned. The influx of tourists should boost the islands' economy. We are looking forward to an exciting and successful World Cup.'
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 | Gordon Greenidge
'The boys have been playing well. Their recent performances have boosted our expectations. They will be playing at home, so the supporters, the grounds and the atmosphere - everything will be familiar. The whole of the Caribbean will be behind them if they start playing well. They have the opportunity of a lifetime and they should enjoy it.' | | Read Interview | | |
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 | Harbhajan Singh
‘ You need to play well to reach the World Cup final, and we did exactly that (in 2003). That was clearly one of the biggest matches wherein I represented the country, if not the biggest. We will aim to repeat that achievement in 2007. ’
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 | Brian Lara
‘I am most definitely excited, very excited. As I said, you do not get such opportunities daily. I am looking forward to it.’
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 | Zaheer Khan
‘I am ready to fire. It has been a good year for me, starting with the County season in England, followed by the tour of South Africa and the one-dayers at home.’
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 | Richards
‘It should be an interesting World Cup. While it is true that Australia are one of the contenders for the title, I do feel that they aren’t so sure of themselves this time. I will not be surprised if a dark horse becomes the champion.’
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 | Yuvraj Singh
`The boys are hungry and have worked hard on their game and fitness. The wickets might suit us. We should do well'
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 | Greg Chappell
'Fielding is our handicap, but it is the key to win a one-day tournament like the World Cup. We have to work harder, select the perfect team,' the Indian coach said.
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 | S Sreesanth
'I want to be realistic. If everything works out, there is every chance of our emerging with flying colours. But I want to take things as they come.'
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 | Sourav Ganguly
'We have a good team with the right blend of experience, youth and talent. I think we have the resources to go to the last lap.'
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