Pakistan captain Inzamamul Haq, who marked his 100th Test with a superb century against India on Thursday, said he had been determined to lead from the front. "The responsibility to show the way brought the best out of me. It was a special occasion which became super-special wwith a hundred," said Inzamam "It was a setback to lose two quick wickets after winning the toss on a good batting pitch," said Inzamam. "When I walked in I was under pressure, but I knew runs would come once I saw off the new ball."
"It is a great honour for me to be in that joined an exalted company," said Inzamam, who was presented with a crystal trophy before the start of the match by Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Shaharyar Khan.
"It's really flattering when people say I have become more responsible. I am on Cloud Nine when people say I am at the peak of my batting," said the middle-order batsman.
Inzamam had an auspicious start, getting a pat on his back from his father Intizamul Haq who flew in from Pakistan to celebrate his son's landmark.
"I dedicate this hundred to my father who came here for my 100th Test and also to the people of my nation," said Inzamam.
"My father has always been a source of inspiration for me since my childhood and he patted me on the back when I was coming to the stadium."
Inzamam said it was an easy wicket to bat on.
"There is not much in it for the bowlers. So we aim to get 500-plus here and hope the pitch takes turn on the last two days," he said.
"Younis played better than me. It is a big achievement by him to score hundreds in successive Tests. I am happy the senior batsmen are showing the way.
"It is a crucial Test for us. As a captain I had to lead from the front and I am happy that the first day belonged to us. We have four more days to go to force a win," said Inzamam.
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