Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya said on Friday that responsibility adds more to his game and makes him think more, which adds value to his game. His words come after India’s brilliant win in the third T20 against West Indies on Tuesday. A brilliant half-century from Suryakumar Yadav and his stand with batter Shreyas Iyer powered India to a seven-wicket win over the hosts.

“It is a privilege to get an opportunity to be the vice-captain. Rohit gives you a lot of flexibility and freedom, which has been his strength throughout his stint as a captain, whenever I have played with him. A lot of credit goes to him and Rahul Dravid (head coach) for the way they have got the team together and making sure that a lot of positive mindsets comes in,” said Pandya at a press conference.

“At the same time, players are feeling secure. They are not looking over their shoulders, making sure they are getting ample chances. That is commendable. Captaincy. I have always enjoyed the responsibility and it has added more and more to my game. Whenever I have taken a responsible role, It has added a flair to my game. It makes me think more and when I think more, it adds value to my cricket,” he added.

On Team India’s win and Suryakumar Yadav’s knock, Pandya said that the win was important and the latter is an exceptional player. “Today he played some amazing shots. The wicket was not that easy compared to the way we were bowling. A lot of credit goes to him. He has worked hard, he is getting his due late in his life. God is kind to him and he is getting it maximum,” he added.