( CNN ) -- India captain MS Dhoni believes his team are peaking at the right time as they prepare to battle Sri Lanka for the Cricket World Cup . Dhoni believes the lengthy format of the competition , which started on February 19 , has suited his side , who secured their place in the final with a win over Asian rivals Pakistan . With Mumbai set to host the showpiece event on Saturday , cricket-mad India is buzzing with anticipation at the tantalizing prospect of their team securing their first world title since 1983 . And Dhoni , who has been praised for his leadership skills during the tournament , thinks his side are hitting top form just at the right time . `` The format has really helped us . We have had quite a few close games where we were tested , '' he was quoted as saying by the UK Press Association . `` Some of the youngsters were tested . They were at the crease at a time when a big performance was needed from them . Slowly they are getting into the groove . `` It was important that we peaked at the right time . We 've chased some decent scores and we have won batting first . `` We 've been tested more often than not in the games we have played so I think it will be a very good final . Sri Lanka is a very good team and we will have to do our best to beat them . `` It 's not about what your rating is but how good you are on the day . You have to be at your best . '' Going to the World Cup ? Send videos , photos to CNN iReport . Sachin Tendulkar is bound to be the main focus of the build up to the game as the record-breaking batsman known as 'the little master ' goes in search of his 100th century . But Dhoni insists the Indian effort is a group one and that the close knit nature of his squad has contributed to their success . `` Everybody 's giving more than 100 percent on the field , so we 're ready for the final , '' Dhoni said . `` The team unity , the way we are backing each other and not criticizing any player has been great . If somebody is having a bad time on the field we are making sure he is wanted and everybody is helping each other . `` That 's what really counts in team sport . Individuals have stepped up and said 'OK I will be the person who will perform in this particular game ' but overall everybody has contributed so far in bits and pieces . ''
India captain MS Dhoni says his team are peaking ahead of the Cricket World Cup final . The Indian cricket team, which has won three titles in a row and is ranked No. 1 by FICA, will be playing against Pakistan at Lord's on Sunday for its first ever Test match. Skipper says India have a great unity in the camp as they go for second World Cup title .