"It would be nice if this run out ultimately appears to be the only bad luck for me this month," Ashraful said smilingly.

No doubt Bangladesh played as a unit in their recent success stories but still there are some individuals like Ashraful who always come under spotlight ahead of any tournament or series and there is no exception this time in the home battle against India.

Ashraful has lightened up the cricket world with masterful knocks on several occasions. But the problem is that 'his day' doesn't come as often as expected from a batsman of his calibre. That is why it is hard to predict anything about the demanding series.

The 22-year old right-hander showed signs of consistency during the World Cup in the West Indies including hitting a brilliant 87-run match-winning knock against South Africa but whether he can carry the form to enhance his reputation in the series remains a big question.

Interestingly, the new Bangladesh vice-captain was not ready to focus only on the individual goal rather he was looking forward to continue the impressive World Cup show as a team to push the Indians hard.

"It's not a question of whether I will do something special rather how much I contribute in my team's victory. We are all looking forward to the series. We are charged up and if we play as per our potential then nothing is impossible," said an excited Ashraful while talking to the Daily Star.

"Bangladesh have won a number of matches in last year without any major contribution from me," he reminded.

But he was fully conscious about his challenge in the series as the focus will be on him not only as a batsman but also as the future Tigers captain.

"I have some good innings at home but the overall record is not good in comparison with my performances on foreign soil. The home pressure might be a reason. This time the expectation would be high, especially when I am going to start the series as vice-captain. But I am ready to take the challenge," said a confident Ashraful.

The young man, however, was concerned about his poor average.

"My batting average (21.97) has improved a bit after the World Cup but still, it is far behind standard. I am not consistent with the bat and that's why people sometimes treated me too harshly. I am now more matured," said Ashraful, who is going to make his 100th ODI appearance when Bangladesh play the first one-day against India on May 10.

But he issued warning that he will try his best to occupy the crease as much time as possible.

"My main objective is to settle first before going for shots. If I can concentrate on this then I will definitely be successful. I will first try to concentrate on singles and build my innings," said Ashraful adding that he will try to avoid the mistakes he had done in his last few matches.

While talking on his improvised scoop-paddle that he successfully used to frustrate the South Africans, he said that he could well do that again once settled in the middle. He however termed India as very strong opponents despite missing some star cricketers in the one-day squad.

"There are a number of batsmen who have healthy average and their attack is also not bad. But nothing would stop me if I can play according to my plan," said the country's most talented batsman.