Mumbai youngster Rohit Sharma was thrilled with his selection in the Indian one-day squad for the upcoming off-shore series in Ireland and Scotland, describing it as a "dream come true".

"I am very very happy. It's a dream come true," said the 20-year-old.

The elegant and technically sound batsman said he had some inkling he may be picked for the tour when he came for the batsmen's fitness-specific camp in Bangalore.

"There was something in the air, rumours that I would be selected. I am very glad they came true," he said.

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In 24 List A matches so far, Sharma has scored 740 runs at an average of 40.11 and a strike rate of 89.04.

Sharma said the experience of India 'A' tours facilitated his progress into the national squad as his performance there helped him grab the selectors' attention.

"The India A tours helped me a lot as I started catching the eye of all the selectors. Everyone saw me on television on the tour to Abu Dhabi (with India A) last year," said Sharma.

The right-handed batsman, who can also bowl off-breaks, said the fitness camp and training that he underwent in the last four days would stand him in good stead.

"I am also looking forward now to the cricket camp that will start tomorrow," said the youngster.