Sam Konstas Confirmed To Debut In IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test, Australia Sweat Over Travis Head's Fitness
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Sam Konstas Confirmed To Debut In IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test, Australia Sweat Over Travis Head's Fitness

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Sam Konstas is set to make his Test debut in the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, scheduled to get underway on December 26. Australian men’s cricket team head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed the 19-year-old opener will feature in the Australia’s 11 in the fourth IND vs AUS Test of the five-match Test series. Age Is No Barrier: McDonald On Aussie Team Selection McDonald confirmed that Australia selector Tony Dodemaide informed Konstas of his inclusion in the squad on December 24, but the final confirmation of the playing 11 will be made on Christmas Day during captain Pat Cummins' pre-match press conference. Uncertainty Over Travis Head's Participation In MCG Test While Konstas is set for debut, the Australian camp is concerned about Travis Head's fitness ahead of the crucial MCG encounter, as he sustained a minor quad strain during the Brisbane match.

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IND vs AUS 5th Test: Sam Konstas riles up Jasprit Bumrah, India captain hits back with a fiery wicket
5 days, 23 hours ago

IND vs AUS 5th Test: Sam Konstas riles up Jasprit Bumrah, India captain hits back with a fiery wicket

Live Mint  

19-year-old Australian opener Sam Konstas is back in the spotlight after an altercation with Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah. Jasprit Bumrah vs Sam Konstas: The incident occurred in the 3rd over of Australia's 1st innings when Bumrah ran in to bowl to Usman Khawaja. Seeing Khwaja's reaction, non-striker Konstas stopped Bumrah, to which the Indian pacer could be heard asking, "What's …

Sam Konstas built for this stage: Watson praises Australia opener's showmanship
6 days, 7 hours ago

Sam Konstas built for this stage: Watson praises Australia opener's showmanship

India Today  

Sam Konstas' explosive batting debut in Melbourne didn't surprise his mentor, Shane Watson; however, the 19-year-old's showmanship during the Boxing Day Test did catch the former Australian all-rounder off guard. IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Full Scorecard Konstas scored 14 runs off one of Bumrah’s overs and followed it up with an 18-run assault — two of Bumrah’s three most …

AUS vs IND: Konstas’ audacious knock at MCG unlikely to be a blueprint, says Carey
1 week ago

AUS vs IND: Konstas’ audacious knock at MCG unlikely to be a blueprint, says Carey

The Hindu  

Australian wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey said on Wednesday that he was mesmerised by the way young opener Sam Konstas scored an audacious half-century in the Boxing Day Test against India but insisted that it was unlikely to become a “blueprint” for future matches. Konstas, who was handed the Test cap after Nathan McSweeney’s unimpressive performance in the first three games, brought …

"Sam didn't take it to heart...": Carey opens up on Konstas-Kohli's 'shoulder bump'
1 week, 1 day ago

"Sam didn't take it to heart...": Carey opens up on Konstas-Kohli's 'shoulder bump'

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey on Wednesday opened up Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli's bumping incident which took place on the first day at the Melbourne Test and said that the Aussie youngster didn't take it to heart. ": Carey opens up on Konstas-Kohli's 'shoulder bump' Australia clinched a thrilling 184-run victory over India in the Melbourne Test and …

IND vs AUS: Australia's record at Sydney Cricket Ground ahead of New Year's Test against India
1 week, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS: Australia's record at Sydney Cricket Ground ahead of New Year's Test against India

India TV News  

After a thumping win in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia are just inches away from regaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in more than a decade. The hosts are comfortably placed in the series with a 2-1 scoreline in their favour and therefore, even a draw in the New Year's Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground will …

Follow Konstas' mindset against India: Warner's advice to seniors
1 week, 2 days ago

Follow Konstas' mindset against India: Warner's advice to seniors

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Lavishing praise on young Sam Konstas, former opener David Warner has urged Australia's senior players to adopt a similar aggressive approach when facing Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who has been a dominant force with the ball in the ongoing series. Warner added that while players like Steve Smith had experimented with various approaches, it shouldn't take a newcomer's …

David Warner praises Sam Konstas's aggression, questions teammates' approach to Jasprit Bumrah
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David Warner praises Sam Konstas's aggression, questions teammates' approach to Jasprit Bumrah

ABC  

David Warner has praised Sam Konstas's audacious approach against Jasprit Bumrah and India, but questioned why a 19-year-old had to set the example for Australia's top order. Konstas's sparkling first-innings 60 on Boxing Day set the tone for Australia's memorable Test win, putting them 2-1 up in the series with one to play. Five quick hits from Australia's manic day …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Steve Smith praises ‘mad’ teen prodigy Sam Konstas
1 week, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Steve Smith praises ‘mad’ teen prodigy Sam Konstas

The Hindu  

After Australia beat India in the Boxing Day Test to take a 2-1 lead in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, Steve Smith was all praise for his young teammate Sam Konstas, highlighting his burst of energy. His stunning scoops and laps off Bumrah brought him global attention, giving his side an edge over India, and Smith appreciatively called the teen …

IND vs AUS Australia Beat India By 184 Runs At MCG To Go 2 1 Up In BGT Rohit Sharma Team Fail To Eke Out A Draw WTC Final Chances Dim
1 week, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS Australia Beat India By 184 Runs At MCG To Go 2 1 Up In BGT Rohit Sharma Team Fail To Eke Out A Draw WTC Final Chances Dim

ABP News  

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Australia defeated India in the IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 by 184 runs at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. This comes as India's first Boxing Day Test loss against Australia in 13 years. Australia got all out for 234 and set India the stern target of 340 runs to …

Bumrah showed Konstas what Test cricket is all about: Simon Katich
1 week, 3 days ago

Bumrah showed Konstas what Test cricket is all about: Simon Katich

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, Young Sam Konstas will gradually come to understand the beauty and vagaries of Test cricket, much like Jasprit Bumrah demonstrated to him in the second essay of the Boxing Day Test, following the debutant's fiery first-innings fifty, feels former Australian opener Simon Katich. Bumrah showed Konstas what Test cricket is all about: Simon Katich Katich, who played 56 Tests …

MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance
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MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: As we head into a rare fifth day of a Test match, the promise of what is to come is enticing. India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah celebrates the wicket of Australia opener Sam Konstas on Day 4 of the MCG Test on Sunday. At close on Day 4 of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia …

Labuschagne's bold take, debutant Sam Konstas 'got under the skin' of Jasprit Bumrah: 'I certainly get angry...'
1 week, 3 days ago

Labuschagne's bold take, debutant Sam Konstas 'got under the skin' of Jasprit Bumrah: 'I certainly get angry...'

Hindustan Times  

Australia's No.3 batter Marnus Labuschagne reckons that Sam Konstas got under the skin of India pacer Jasprit Bumrah, which probably led to the latter mimicking the celebrations of the 19-year-old Aussie debutant. On Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Sam Konstas registered his maiden fifty, using reverse sweeps and ramp shots to unsettle the …

Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley gives credit to selectors for adding Sam Konstas to BGT squad
1 week, 4 days ago

Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley gives credit to selectors for adding Sam Konstas to BGT squad

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley on Sunday gave credit to the Aussie cricket selectors for adding youngster Sam Konstas to their Border-Gavaskar Trophy squad against India. Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley gives credit to selectors for adding Sam Konstas to BGT squad The 19-year-old Konstas was called into the squad in place of Nathan McSweeney and had an …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Could have got Konstas out 6, 7 times in the first two overs, says Jasprit Bumrah
1 week, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Could have got Konstas out 6, 7 times in the first two overs, says Jasprit Bumrah

The Hindu  

Australia’s Sam Konstas delivered one of the most eye-catching debut performances by a batter in recent times, smashing a 65-ball 60 against India in Melbourne on Day 1 of the fourth Border-Gavaskar Test. “Initially, I felt I could have got him out 6-7 times in the first two overs, but that’s how cricket goes. Some days it pays off, it …

Jasprit Bumrah breaks silence on Sam Konstas' onslaught from Day 1 of MCG Test
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1 week, 5 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah breaks silence on Sam Konstas' onslaught from Day 1 of MCG Test

India Today  

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has broken his silence on his battle with Sam Konstas, on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test match. I love different challenges and I am always looking forward to it," IND vs AUS, 4th Test: Day 3 Live Updates | Full Scorecard The best fast bowler in the world joins us. Jasprit Bumrah chats …

Sam Konstas In IPL 2025: Which Team Secured The Aussie Sensation?
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Sam Konstas In IPL 2025: Which Team Secured The Aussie Sensation?

ABP News  

Australian batting prodigy Sam Konstas made a memorable debut in the ongoing IND vs AUS 4th Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Sam Konstas made headlines not only for his impressive batting on debut but also for a fiery on-field exchange with former India captain Virat Kohli. Fans eager to see Australian sensation Sam Konstas in Indian Premier League will have to …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Smith ton, Kohli-Jaiswal mix-up put Australia in command against India on day 2
1 week, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Smith ton, Kohli-Jaiswal mix-up put Australia in command against India on day 2

The Hindu  

A modern great’s ton ensured Australia’s dominance while a youngster’s counter-punch helmed India’s brief resistance. The former Australian captain’s ton helped Pat Cummins and his men post 474 in the first innings. Prior to this evening meltdown, India’s first innings commenced with Rohit Sharma returning as an opener. Just as the sun lit up the venue, the host’s first innings …

Sam Konstas reveals what he REALLY thinks of Virat Kohli - and explains the strange habit that's seen him get compared to Elvis Presley
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1 week, 6 days ago

Sam Konstas reveals what he REALLY thinks of Virat Kohli - and explains the strange habit that's seen him get compared to Elvis Presley

Daily Mail  

Sam Konstas had a fiery clash with Virat Kohli when the Indian star dropped his shoulder into him in the first session of the Boxing Day Test - but prior to that, the Aussie wonderkid was one of the former skipper's biggest fans. All the headlines from Konstas's stellar debut innings have revolved around the ugly clash and his incredible …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Clueless Rohit Sharma out for 3, fails on return as opener
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Clueless Rohit Sharma out for 3, fails on return as opener

India Today  

Rohit Sharma's return as an opener turned into a forgettable outing as the Indian skipper fell cheaply to Pat Cummins after scoring just 3 runs on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia. AUS vs IND 4th Test, Day 2 Live "It's nothing. The Indian captain's choice to bring Washington Sundar back into India's playing XI for the …

Sam Konstas reverse-ramping Jasprit Bumrah gave me a heart attack: Steve Smith
1 week, 6 days ago

Sam Konstas reverse-ramping Jasprit Bumrah gave me a heart attack: Steve Smith

India Today  

Australia’s 19-year-old debutant, Sam Konstas, emerged as a standout performer during the fourth Test against India in Melbourne, drawing significant attention for his fearless approach. Steve Smith, Australia’s batting maestro, lauded the young batter’s courage and poise, particularly for his handling of India’s formidable bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah. Smith himself played a pivotal role in Australia’s commanding first-innings …

Feels like grade cricket: Nathan Lyon reveals Sam Konstas' debut verdict vs India
1 week, 6 days ago

Feels like grade cricket: Nathan Lyon reveals Sam Konstas' debut verdict vs India

India Today  

Australia’s veteran off-spinner Nathan Lyon shared an interesting anecdote about young debutant Sam Konstas ahead of his much-anticipated debut. “He came up and sat down next to both of us and said, ‘Lads, when do you reckon the nerves are gonna kick in?’ I’m like—he goes, ‘This honestly just feels like a grade game.’ So I said, ‘I don’t know …

IND vs AUS 4th Test Live Score: India aim to dismiss Steve Smith early on Day 2, fold Australia below 350
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1 week, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS 4th Test Live Score: India aim to dismiss Steve Smith early on Day 2, fold Australia below 350

India TV News  

IND vs AUS 4th Test Live Score: India aim to dismiss Steve Smith early on Day 2, fold Australia below 350 India vs Australia Live Updates: Strangely, a physical altercation dominated the headlines on a day of play that saw 311 runs being scored and six wickets fall during play packed inside seven and half hours and 86 overs. When …

Teenager Sam Konstas thrills MCG crowd
1 week, 6 days ago

Teenager Sam Konstas thrills MCG crowd

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: Teenager Sam Konstas electrified a huge crowd at the MCG in the Boxing Day test yesterday with audacious shots that delivered entertainment in spades. The 19-year-old debutante used a batting style that's been honed in the crash and bash of the T20 cricket but has always been considered too risky for test cricket. Rachel Hayter: She wonders whether …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Didn’t want the occasion to be tainted by physical contact, says Khawaja on Kohli-Konstas confrontation
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Didn’t want the occasion to be tainted by physical contact, says Khawaja on Kohli-Konstas confrontation

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli’s heated exchange with Australian teenage debutant Sam Konstas during the first day of fourth Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy drew criticism from several former players. “Virat Kohli is such an experienced pro, being wound up by a 19,” Former England Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan told Fox Cricket. “It shows Virat Kohli actually changing his line to get into the …

IND vs AUS: Bollywood Divas Spotted Cheering For India In Melbourne - See Pic
1 week, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Bollywood Divas Spotted Cheering For India In Melbourne - See Pic

ABP News  

Sonakshi Sinha, Karishma Tanna cheer for India in Melbourne: Day 1 of India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground drew a packed crowd, with cricket fans from all over filling the stands. Among the crowd, Bollywood divas Sonakshi Sinha and Karishma Tanna were spotted at the venue, accompanied by their husbands, Zaheer Iqbal and Varun Bangera. …

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 1: Debutant Konstas shines as AUS dominate in Melbourne - Action in images
1 week, 6 days ago

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 1: Debutant Konstas shines as AUS dominate in Melbourne - Action in images

Hindustan Times  

India vs Australia 4th Test Day 1: Debutant Konstas shines as AUS dominate in Melbourne - Action in images Sam Konstas was in dominant form on his debut, as he got a half-century against India on Day 1 of. Sam Konstas was in dominant form on his debut, as he got a half-century against India on Day 1 of the …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Konstas savours ‘surreal’ debut in front of Melbourne crowd
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Konstas savours ‘surreal’ debut in front of Melbourne crowd

The Hindu  

Fiery shots on the field, soft words off it, and a wisp of a moustache, constitute the style quotient of Sam Konstas. The 19-year-old, who lit up the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with his rapid 60, faced the media after setting up a nice base for Australia here in the fourth Test on Thursday. Obviously, disappointed with the way I got …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Konstas shines on debut as Australia gains control on Day 1, Bumrah offers Indian counter-punch
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1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Konstas shines on debut as Australia gains control on Day 1, Bumrah offers Indian counter-punch

The Hindu  

The extravagant promise of youth, runs by middle-aged men and a spearhead’s late surge, were all on display at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on Thursday. Sam Konstas belied his 19 summers and made a stunning debut while his seniors Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith found their collective voice. The fourth Test’s opening day had more drama and …

Konstas makes Test Cricket history at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

Konstas makes Test Cricket history at MCG

ABC  

Luke Siddham Dundon: Now, it's considered to be one of the best ever starts to international test cricket. David Taylor: The spotlight's on 19-year-old Sam Konstas. As the players' change ends at the end of the 10th over, Virat Kohli picks up the cricket ball and appears to walk directly towards Sam Konstas as he heads towards batting partner Usman …

Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas heated argument: Australian debutant reveals war of words after shoulder-bump at MCG
2 weeks ago

Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas heated argument: Australian debutant reveals war of words after shoulder-bump at MCG

Live Mint  

The shoulder bump between Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli on the opening day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground grabbed headlines on Thursday. Following the collision, Kohli looked to go his way before the 19-year-old Konstas immediately hit back at the former Indian captain verbally. The youngster played a mature stroke, stating “Whatever happens on the field, …

IND vs AUS: Bumrah collects three wickets but Konstas leads Australia's charge on Day 1 of Boxing Day Test
2 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: Bumrah collects three wickets but Konstas leads Australia's charge on Day 1 of Boxing Day Test

Firstpost  

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test Highlights: Jasprit Bumrah picked three wickets but Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith all scored fifties to guide Australia to 311/6 on Day 1. Jasprit Bumrah picked three wickets on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test between Australia and India in Melbourne. Toss update, IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: …

Sam Konstas can't wait for Round 2 against Bumrah: 'I'll look to keep targeting him. Hopefully he…'
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas can't wait for Round 2 against Bumrah: 'I'll look to keep targeting him. Hopefully he…'

Hindustan Times  

Team India were jolted in the first session of the Melbourne Test as Australia’s debutant, Sam Konstas, displayed remarkable composure, dominating the visiting bowlers. The right-handed batter fearlessly attempted reverse scoops against Jasprit Bumrah, India's premier pacer, who had made life tough for Australian batters throughout the series. Australian batsman Sam Konstas looks at India's Jasprit Bumrah on the first …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Jasprit Bumrah concedes a six in Tests for the first time in three years
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2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Jasprit Bumrah concedes a six in Tests for the first time in three years

The Hindu  

It is not often that batters take on Jasprit Bumrah, especially in Tests. However, on Thursday, Australian Test debutant Sam Konstas played an extra ordinary knock that included hitting a six against Bumrah - first time in three years. During the seventh over of the fourth Test against India at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Konstas reverse scooped Bumrah over deep third …

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: Sam Konstas shocks India with his remarkable debut
2 weeks ago

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: Sam Konstas shocks India with his remarkable debut

Live Mint  

Young batting sensation Sam Konstas shocked India on December 26 with his remarkable debut as the Aussie player scored 60 off 65 balls in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy Test series against India at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. He has become the fourth youngest Test debutant for Australia as he received his baggy green cap from former Aussie skipper …

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: Ravindra Jadeja dismisses young debutant Sam Konstas, Aussie player scores remarkable 60
2 weeks ago

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: Ravindra Jadeja dismisses young debutant Sam Konstas, Aussie player scores remarkable 60

Live Mint  

India vs Australia BGT 2024-25: India's Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Australia's promising young batter, Sam Konstas, as he played a remarkable debut at the Boxing Day Test of the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 26. Sam Konstas has become the fourth youngest Test debutant for Australia and received his baggy green cap from …

See the shocking moment Virat Kohli bullies Aussie star Sam Konstas in ugly clash as the teenager stuns the cricketing world at the MCG
2 weeks ago

See the shocking moment Virat Kohli bullies Aussie star Sam Konstas in ugly clash as the teenager stuns the cricketing world at the MCG

Daily Mail  

Indian superstar Virat Kohli has tried to bully Australian sensation Sam Konstas by shoulder-charging him as the 19-year-old was racing to an incredible half century on debut at the Boxing Day Test. Konstas was in the process of leaving India completely rattled as he stormed to 50 runs from just 52 balls courtesy of some amazing ramp shots and bold …

How MCG star Sam Konstas' father helped him prepare against fast bowlers
2 weeks ago

How MCG star Sam Konstas' father helped him prepare against fast bowlers

India Today  

Sam Konstas made a remarkable debut in the Boxing Day Test, by scoring an impressive 60 off 65 balls at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Konstas' older brother, Billy, revealed an amusing yet pivotal story about their father's innocent mistake during their early cricket training sessions. Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 1 Updates Konstas impresses on debut The foundation laid …

Sam Konstas stars on Boxing Day Test debut against India, Steve Smith makes it through to stumps
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas stars on Boxing Day Test debut against India, Steve Smith makes it through to stumps

ABC  

Australia's controversial selection of 19-year-old Sam Konstas has paid off on Boxing Day at the MCG, with the opener powering to 60 off 65 balls in his debut innings to set Australia up in the fourth Test against India. Thu 26 Dec Show all key events Live: Boxing Day Test — Australia vs India J By Jon Healy STUMPS: Australia …

Australia’s batsmen take control against India on day one of fourth Test
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Australia’s batsmen take control against India on day one of fourth Test

Al Jazeera  

Teenager Sam Konstas captured plenty of attention with a superb batting debut on day one of fourth Test in Melbourne. India fought back with four late wickets to leave Australia on 311 for six on day one of the fourth Test after teen debutant Sam Konstas had lit up the Melbourne Cricket Ground with a thrilling knock in the morning. …

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli slammed for bumping into Sam Konstas as tempers flare at MCG
2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli slammed for bumping into Sam Konstas as tempers flare at MCG

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli was slammed for shoulder-bumping Australia debutant Sam Konstas on Boxing Day at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Cameras captured Kohli's visible frustration as Konstas continued his onslaught, making the Indian bowling attack forget his well-documented vulnerability to the incoming delivery. READ HERE: Will Virat Kohli be banned for Sam Konstas on-field bust-up? Virat Kohli should be in …

IND vs AUS 4th Test, Day 1 Highlights: Steve Smith, Sam Konstas put hosts on top in Melbourne
2 weeks ago

IND vs AUS 4th Test, Day 1 Highlights: Steve Smith, Sam Konstas put hosts on top in Melbourne

India Today  

An engrossing and entertaining Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test, two big teams playing in front of about 82,000 fans at the Colosseum of world cricket that is the Melbourne Cricket Ground - it simply doesn't get better than this! The Boxing Day Test began with a few quiet overs from the Indian pace duo of Jasprit Bumrah and …

Sam Konstas' batting is future of opening in Tests: Gavaskar hails MCG knock
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas' batting is future of opening in Tests: Gavaskar hails MCG knock

India Today  

Sam Konstas' fearless batting in the Boxing Day Test against India has earned high praise from cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar, who believes the young Australian opener showcased the future of Test match opening. You need to take advantage of that, and that is what Sam showed by playing unorthodox shots and throwing a bowler like Bumrah off his rhythm,” Gavaskar …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Shubman Gill dropped, Rohit Sharma confirms return to top order
2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Shubman Gill dropped, Rohit Sharma confirms return to top order

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma has confirmed his return to the top-order for the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with all-rounder Washington Sundar replacing No.3 batter Shubman Gill as the only change in India's playing XI. Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat in the fourth Test against India on a scorching day at the Melbourne …

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma will return to opening in MCG Test, confirms Abhishek Nayar
2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma will return to opening in MCG Test, confirms Abhishek Nayar

India Today  

Assistant coach Abhishek Nayar has confirmed that Rohit Sharma will open the innings for India in the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Nayar confirmed the same in the press conference after the first day’s play of the Boxing Day Test. Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 1 Updates After missing the Perth …

Brave Sam Konstas reverse scoops as Jasprit Bumrah concedes first Test six in 3 years
2 weeks ago

Brave Sam Konstas reverse scoops as Jasprit Bumrah concedes first Test six in 3 years

India Today  

Nerveless teenage opener Sam Konstas lit up the Boxing Day Test with an unconventional onslaught of ramp shots against Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Konstas, the youngest player ever to open the batting in a Test match for Australia, struck two boundaries and a six using reverse ramp shots against Bumrah. The Indian pacer, who has dominated Australia’s top order …

Sam Konstas becomes only second player in Test cricket to record elusive feat against Jasprit Bumrah | WATCH
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas becomes only second player in Test cricket to record elusive feat against Jasprit Bumrah | WATCH

India TV News  

Sam Konstas has taken to Test cricket like fish to water and looks like someone who is here to stay. The 19-year-old took on India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah straightaway on day 1 of the MCG Test and made a bold statement while trying to assert his dominance. Konstas didn't stop there and connected the fourth delivery of the 11th …

Sam Konstas's Boxing Day Test debut enthralled Australia, and now nothing will be the same
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas's Boxing Day Test debut enthralled Australia, and now nothing will be the same

ABC  

Sam Konstas stands in the centre of the MCG on a pitch sullied only by his spike marks. Sam Konstas had not come to Melbourne to feel his way into Test cricket. Sam Konstas attempted to ramp Jasprit Bumrah with his 11th ball faced in Test cricket. India fell apart in the first session but spent the day slowly clawing …

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 4th Test Day 1: IND run out of ideas as Smith, Labuschagne pile on misery
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2 weeks ago

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 4th Test Day 1: IND run out of ideas as Smith, Labuschagne pile on misery

Hindustan Times  

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 4th Test Day 1: Jasprit Bumrah struck with a rather innocuous delivery that helped him dismiss Usman Khawaja for the fifth time in the series. The Indian team’s lineup and some key selection decisions are sure to make headlines as India look to regain momentum and stay in the hunt for a historic third-successive series …

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 4th Test Day 1: IND run out of ideas as Smith, Labuschagne pile on misery
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2 weeks ago

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 4th Test Day 1: IND run out of ideas as Smith, Labuschagne pile on misery

Hindustan Times  

India vs Australia LIVE Score, 4th Test Day 1: Jasprit Bumrah struck with a rather innocuous delivery that helped him dismiss Usman Khawaja for the fifth time in the series. The Indian team’s lineup and some key selection decisions are sure to make headlines as India look to regain momentum and stay in the hunt for a historic third-successive series …

Born in 2005, Sam Konstas set to break 71-year-old record in Melbourne during IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test
2 weeks ago

Born in 2005, Sam Konstas set to break 71-year-old record in Melbourne during IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test

Live Mint  

Sam Konstas is set to break a 71-year-old record when the 19-year-old makes debut for Australia against India in the fourth Test in Melbourne on Thursday in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Born in 2005, Konstas at 19 years and 85 days, will break the seven-decade-old record, thus making him the youngest to to debut for Australia in Tests. A promising …

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