Former South African captain Shaun Pollock also spoke at the seminar, conceived by the Asian Cricket Council’s energetic chief executive, Syed Ashraful Huq. Here goes:

It’s all about exposure... Makhaya Ntini was a herdsman or whatever when he became intrigued by a group playing cricket in his township... Today, he’s one of the finest bowlers...

In the past, we coined two phrases — ‘one run can make a difference’ and ‘what have I done in the past minute to make a difference to my team’... As Walt Disney said, ‘remember, it all started with a mouse’... The point I’m making is that small things make a difference...

What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us is tiny compared to what lies within us...

The fundamentals are important... It’s pointless doing the wrong things over and over again...

We haven’t done well in World Cups, yes, but it’s slightly harsh to only judge on how one fares in them... One should be judged on consistency...

No one coach will admit he has all the expertise... There are no quick-fix solutions and coaches need to have a long-term relationship with players...

Yes, I’m aware the ICC’s Cricket Committee has made recommendations... Like a free-hit for no balls... I’m glad I’m coming to the end of my career! As for changing the balls, they must be standardised... I do have a problem with the free-hit, but not with the ball-change...