Overwhelmed, but had to keep focus says Mayank Agarwal

Melbourne, Dec 26 - A well-crafted 76 on a long-awaited debut made Mayank Agarwal's day and the batsman said he was overwhelmed but had to keep emotions in check in order to focus on the job. "It

"You do think about it (selection) but then you are professional and you tell yourself that's something you cannot control. So you move ahead, move on and see what's next for you, prepare for that and once you are in, give your best," he asserted.

Agarwal feels blessed that he made his debut at the MCG and also crossed every step towards international cricket with flying colours.

At stumps on Day 1, the tourists are comfortably placed at 215/2 with Cheteshwar Pujara (68 batting) and skipper Virat Kohli (47 batting) at the crease.

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IANS