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Dubbed a potential "generational talent", Sooryavanshi became India's youngest-ever international cricketer, eclipsing Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing record.

His modest returns were followed by a spell on the bench, prompting questions over the Indian team management's handling of the teenager. Sooryavanshi, however, insisted that the setback had not affected his approach.

"Yes, there have been several ups and downs in the last four months; it's part of cricket, it will keep happening, but I have to follow the process and give my 100 per cent for the team," Sooryavanshi told 'bcci.tv'.

Dealing with early setbacks can be difficult for a young player carrying considerable expectations, but Sooryavanshi said the support from the coaching staff had helped him regain his focus.

"It's an obvious thing that whatever I want (guidance, etc), the coaches are making it available, and whatever practice I require, I am getting that. Feeling very good, there is confidence also," he added.

Sooryavanshi was a key member of India's triumphant Under-19 World Cup campaign in February. If given another opportunity, he hoped to use the knowledge of the conditions that he gained during that tournament.

"The pitches and the conditions here, I've got a fair idea about them when I last played here during the U-19 World Cup. So, I will try to apply what I gathered during that tournament in the matches now and do well.

"I will back my practice, which I have done so far and try to back my game... and whatever contribution I can make for the team, I will try to give that. I have played two matches on this ground (and) it went well. I will try to carry it forward," he added.

For Sooryavanshi, the challenge now is to turn preparation and familiarity with the conditions into runs. His first three innings may not have matched the expectations surrounding his arrival, but the teenager remains focused on his methods and ready to make the most of his next opportunity.