Shane Watson, is banking on the IPL series success and his experience of cricket in India, as a positive point in his Selection for Test cricket. He scored a marvelous 472 runs and took 17 wickets for the Rajasthan Royals. Shane Watson, has not played for the last 3 years due to various injuries. He states that he has learnt from his mistakes and knows how to deal with his problems. He added that he use to over train himself assuming it was necessary for the game, but has become smarter now and is physically fit to play.

With the Absence of Andrew Symonds from the team, Shane realizes his role in the team.” He will have to be an impact bowler, bowling short bursts for breaking partnerships and popping up the batting. That suits my game" Nonetheless, he regretted that Symonds could not play and said that he really knew his game and knew what he could give to the team.

On the Australian team and playing in India the player said the rivalry between India and Australia has become really intense. Although the Aussies team was inexperienced, the guys were taking it as a challenge. They want to prove that they can win a match against an experienced Indian Team. The all-rounder accepted that the pitches in India were slow and low, and the conditions tough for cricket .Shane said” coming to India and playing Tests is a great challenge .My only focus is to do well in India if given a chance.