Jason Holder is in the international arena for a while now and has proved his worth as a leader and all-round cricketer. However, he is still driven to be the best version of himself.

In an exclusive chat with ANI, Holder opened up on how he likes to work with the youngsters, what West Indies need to do to produce better performances against India, and how he focuses on the job at hand by keeping himself clear of the outside noise.

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After suffering a 3-0 whitewash in the ODI series, West Indies will take on India in a three-T20I series, starting February 16 in Kolkata.

"I wouldn't say I punch above my weight but I am just motivated to be the best version of me. I am driven that way and I think that's what pushes me," Holder told ANI.

Batting was a big letdown for the West Indies team in the ODI series as the visitors failed to put up a substantial score and ended up losing all three games against India.

"Yes we have to really sort our batting out and do a lot better but I think we have time away after this series to really put some individual work in to solve a few issues," said Holder.

When asked how he likes to operate with the youngsters in the side, Holder said: "It's simply part of my role. Ensuring that I give my all for the team and this just happens to be part of it. It's something I enjoy doing because it's genuine and I feel the guys really try to soak up lots of information."

Last month, the reports of rift within the West Indies white-ball side were doing the rounds on social media. It all started after several reports claimed that Odean Smith was being victimised by the team after the all-rounder was left out of the playing XI for the third T20I against England.

"Outside noise is part of the sport. For me, I stay aligned to the teams' goals and processes and that's what keeps me grounded," said Holder.

"I think whatever is asked of me I try to deliver for the team, however, I also still have a bowling role to play and the workload sometimes can be a lot," he added.

(With ANI inputs)