A Zen-like Matt Renshaw has freed himself of all thoughts about opening the batting for Australia in the looming Ashes series.

Renshaw says he's oblivious to speculation of being recalled to the Test team to face England.

"Obviously I want to be there, it would be remiss of me not to say that," he told reporters in Adelaide on Wednesday. "But I try and stay away from it as much as possible."

Renshaw, who made 21 not out on ODI debut on Sunday, was so surprised to be summoned to Australia's squad for the current ODI series against India, he had to Google when and where the games were scheduled.

The 29-year-old is also unaware how many runs are being scored by other contenders for Australia's much-debated opening slot.

It's a deliberate ploy to free his mind, and a far cry from the 20

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