I am excited to play with Sachin: Jayasuriya

Besides I will get an opportunity to start the innings with him,8221; said Sri Lanka8217;s former skipper with a chuckle to the mediapersons in Mumbai on Wednesday.

After a long pratice session at Bandra Kurla Complex facility, he said, 8220;I got the first opprtunity to play with Sachin during a charity match in England. Now IPL has given another opportunity to play with him.8221;

When asked about how he felt playing with youngsters at the age of 38, Jayasuriya shot back,8221; I do not think so. I am still a young player both on and off the field.8221;

The Lankan hero said his team Mumbai Indians was all prepared for the IPL.

8220;We know our strengths and weaknesses. We are also preparing to counter the opponents in every match. We will try to keep Mumbai flag high,8221; he said.