Lakshmipathy Balaji feels that his Indian Premier League (IPL) stint with Kolkata Knight Riders that has helped him make a comeback.

"I attribute my comeback to the national team to my stint with the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League. I have been in good form for the past two seasons for the Knights and I am grateful that the selectors have taken notice of my performances," Balaji said.

"I have bowled to the best batsmen in the world and I knew that I am good enough to play for my national team," said Balaji, who took 10 wickets in eight games for KKR during their victorious IPL-V campaign.

One of the primary reasons for Balaji's inclusion has been his effectiveness at the death and the variation in his slower deliveries.