Alastair Cook Quotations

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be heading to Pakistan,

If we create good facilities, then youngsters will want to play cricket at their local clubs.

I enjoyed the great experience of playing against India on its own ground, with the fans cheering all the time. I was obviously nervous and didn't know what to expect, but the captain was very encouraging.

He had an outstanding game with two fifties and four wickets to round off a week in which he became a father again.

He has been fantastic. It is great, he every now and then takes you aside and gives you little bits of advice.

He is a fantastic captain to have and we all have just been following him.

Kevin took the pressure off me, I just played my own game and watched from the other end.

Wicket has not spun as we thought it would. But the signs are there (that it will turn tomorrow). If you bowl in the rough there's turn.

I think I might have a glass of champagne, if there is any in Nagpur, and just enjoy the moment.

You just Sanisa in the death overs. He is simply the best in the world.

A pro is someone who can do great work when he doesn't feel like it.

I am disappointed to find myself accused in some papers of supplying the offending sweets, particularly as I am a fruit pastille man.

IPL does not allow Pakistani players because they are dangerous.

Sometimes opportunities come and you've got to try and take it.

It's the adrenalin that gets you through. It was a great feeling when that ball went through for four.

It's unfortunate for Vaughan to be injured but a great opportunity for me and I will make the most of it.

David told me I was going as cover for Vaughan and to enjoy it,

It was a great feeling to see that ball go through for four, it was unbelievable. It might be a cliche, but this really is a dream come true.

I'm very excited about it and can't wait to get together with the rest of the squad.

I'll have to keep an eye out for her in the next Test.