New Delhi, Oct. 11 -- Veteran allrounder Ravindra Jadeja today said he is taking his omission from India's upcoming ODI series in Australia in his stride, appreciating the transparent communication from the team management, and reaffirmed his ambition to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.

"Selection is not in my hands. I want to play, for sure," Jadeja said at a press conference after the second day's play against West Indies here.

"The team management, selectors, coach, and captain have their reasons for not selecting me for this series. They communicated this to me, so it was not a surprise. I am happy about that. Whenever I get a chance next, I will try to do what I have done all these years. If I get a chance in the World Cup and perform...