Wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik [ Images ] is disappointed at being left out for the first two one-day internationals against Pakistan but is confident of making a comeback to the Indian squad.

"I am very confident that I will make a comeback," he told reporters after scoring an unbeaten 116 to help India [ Images ] Blue lift the Challenger Series trophy in Ahmedabad [ Images ] on Sunday.

"If you are dropped, you are definitely disappointed. If you are not, then there is no point in playing," he said, adding he guessed his performance in the final "was a good way to prove a point."

"Selection is not in my hands but I am hopeful of making a comeback. I have put runs on the board," said Karthik.

He also believes that during the Challenger Series his wicket keeping and catching were good.

"As I kept getting better, I believe I will get my chances as well."

With regard to the five-match ODI series against the arch-rivals next month, he said: "India will definitely have an upper hand."