Mayank Agarwal: ‘I did whatever a player is required to do’

Mayank Agarwal, who had a handsome start to his international career with a fine 76 against Australia on day one of the third Test in Melbourne, owes his success to the process he followed to shape his cricketing journey.

“I did whatever a player is required to do – score runs in the Ranji Trophy, and then, get a chance (national call-up). I am lucky I had my Test debut at the Melbourne Cricket Ground,” he said at the press conference at the end of day’s play.

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The right-hander’s innings was laced with eight fours and a six on a wicket that looked a bit docile. “I won’t complain about the pitch. It was good to bat on. It was a bit slow early on,” said Mayank, adding, “I didn’t put much mind and thought into the wicket. I thought I would take it as it comes.”

Over the last two years, Mayank has scored across formats. “You just go to stick to what you have been doing. I am happy I got runs in T20Is, ODIs and now, Tests.”