"As for coming and playing IPL after playing Test cricket doesn't make a difference as these days we keep changing from one format to another very quickly," the Lankan skipper, who has recently scored back-to-back Test hundreds told mediapersons on the eve of their first home game against the Chennai Super Kings.
"Two months ago, I was playing ODIs and two weeks ago, I was then into Test cricket, so we have to learn to adjust from one form to another. It's all in the mind how we re-focus ourselves to do a different job," Jayawardene elaborated his point of view.
The Lankan captain and Pietersen were trying to outscore each other during the recently-concluded Test series but now will be sharing the same dressing room trying to help the Daredevils win their maiden IPL trophy.
"We did not have too much discussions as we were playing the Test series but we had a good chat while coming here as we were on the same flight."
Quizzed on the topic of discussion, Jayawardene said, "We had discussions about the opportunity we have in hand to play with new players and for both of us it's a good challenge."
The stylish right-hander feels that the additional responsibility of being Virender Sehwag's deputy does not change anything as the endeavour would be to win matches.
"I know I have missed a couple of games but nothing changes with me being the vice captain. The guys have had two good games. First one was a really good game away from home. I am looking forward to the remaining matches. We got some exciting players in the squad, couple of good signings. And for me to be first time part of Daredevils, I am really excited," he said. (More) PTI SHN KHS