You sure got your moneys worth with this fellow. Well he certainly sees you. Really digging that stare. Nice he is on the edge of the water and in the oepn.
I love this relaxed yet alert pose, looks like he is ready to play and almost makes you forget how dangerous these cats can be!
I'm a fan of environment in shots, so like the loose framing, maybe a bit of the bottom having him lower in the frame may have helped, and too my eyes the frame could do with a little more punch.
I can appreciate you processing thoughts on this one Sanjeeve, I would suggest bringing down the whites on the tiger and adding a little contrast to the grasses.