The real test for him though, starts now. As the India u-19 team travels to Pakistan for a two-Test and three-ODI series, he will be fully aware of his responsibilities. “I will try to make use of the opportunity in full earnest, and moreover playing in Pakistan is a dream come true.”

The national chairman of selectors, Kiran More, had a few words of encouragement. “He is young and has potential. He has to keep performing, and his Ranji performance will also be crucial if he wants to play for the senior side,” says More.

Choudhury’s father’s initial disapproval has been contained too. “My father was not happy in the beginning when he knew about my serious inclination towards the game, but now, he is the happiest man in my family,” says Choudhury.

The fairytale though, has not reached its climax. A happy ending can come through his performance, and this is just the beginning. “I have requested GCA secretary Vikrambhai Patel to have him included in the Ranji squad this year. He deserves it,” says Sekar.