Duleep Mendis Quotations

We have to give the players back the confidence because we are approaching the World Cup (in early 2007).

Mentally, they are down. We have to give the players their confidence back.

It is very important that the coaches get together and talk to the players.

The basic salary will remain as it is for the present but will be brought down after a few tours if they are not performing. We will assess their performances after about three to four tours and increase the incentives accordingly. We have laid emphasis for winning matches and series.

In a situation like this, this is what is needed more than fitness and play on the field. We have to give the players back the confidence because we are approaching the World Cup (in 2007).