League: Picked by a scout from a local neighbourhood tournament, I gave my trials for "Buddhist Blue Stars" Football Club in New Delhi. The team was in the highest division in the city and at level 2 in the country. Being a club fighting for survival, rather than the title, I helped the in staying in the top flight, for another 3 years. Since then, we have been relegated to the "B" division. My consistent performances in Pre-season games meant that i am a regular starter in their line-ups.

Also, due to the non-contractal system in India, after every season, my registration with the club needs to be renewed. Therefore, at the end of each season, I am a free agent.

I choose to stay with the club not because of dearth of offers, but because of loyalty. The club has been a part of me, but things cannot go on in the same way. I have had offers from "Star Club" in Australia, but due to financial constraints (Indian football doesnt pay much), i have been unable to follow it.

Personal Attributes: I am 5ft. 9in. tall; play with both feet although my right foot, ever so slightly, edges over the left; i play in an attacking midfielder role and love running at defenders with the ball; i am precise in my tackling, something that is described by just the 3 bookings in over 6 seasons of football; a natural leader, I read a lot about the game, follow the european game avidly and follow the same style of play. I have a strong upper body providing good balance (low centre of gravity) and strength on the ball and in tackling.

In India, the game is very "direct" with balls being booted out of defense rather than anything more creative. I am kinda tired of playing in terrible grounds and poor standards and know, for sure, that I can do much better in better conditions, where I can run without having to worry about stepping into a hole or something and twisting my ankle.

i have torn my knee ligaments playing in these terrible conditions (in 2003) but have recovered fully. As most of the matches are played outside the stadium, in practice grounds (with overgrown grass that hides potholes) it is extremely difficult to play freely.

i hope to be able to prove my worth if given the opportunity