Aussie cricket great blasts decision to drop Sam Konstas from Sri Lanka series opener - as selectors open up on why the 19-year-old was omitted
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aussie cricket great blasts decision to drop Sam Konstas from Sri Lanka series opener - as selectors open up on why the 19-year-old was omitted

Daily Mail  

Ricky Pointing has questioned why Australia's selectors opted to omit rising young star Sam Konstas from the side's opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Ricky Ponting has questioned the decision to drop Sam Konstas from Australia's opening Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Wednesday The cricket great claimed he did not like the decision and had expected the 19-year-old to open the batting Konstas enjoyed an excellent debut at the MCG during the Border Gavaskar Series, hitting 60 runs in his first innings 'I don't like it, to be honest,' the former Baggy Greens captain told Channel 7 during the match. Konstas has been in the nets in Sri Lanka this week with selectors chosing to let him acclimatise to the conditions in the subcontinent rather than pick him to play in the first Test Konstas also delivered a brilliant response to not being picked this week, with Tony Dodemaide saying: 'He was like: "Oh yeah mate, no stress. Dodemaide claimed that Konstas had little experience in the subcontinent and Australia were keen to get this series off to a good start 'He’s also very busy, a disruptive player, he’s got options on both sides of the wicket, particularly against spin, he’s played a lot on the subcontinent as well, and we felt he deserved that opportunity.'

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Test cricket sensation Sam Konstas to reign in big hitting, says NSW Sheffield Shield coach
1 week, 5 days ago

Test cricket sensation Sam Konstas to reign in big hitting, says NSW Sheffield Shield coach

ABC  

Veteran NSW coach Greg Shipperd has told Sam Konstas he must adopt a more consistent approach to his batting, while adamant the teenager is showing signs of striking the right balance. Shipperd backed Konstas to return to Australia's Test team for June's World Championship final against South Africa, after being squeezed out of recent matches in Sri Lanka. The opener's …

Sam Konstas hits first domestic one-day hundred in loss to Queensland
1 month, 1 week ago

Sam Konstas hits first domestic one-day hundred in loss to Queensland

ABC  

Young gun Sam Konstas has overcome leg cramps to score his first domestic one-day cricket century, as Queensland beat NSW in a run-fest. Konstas trick shots not enough as NSW fall to Queensland Photo shows Sam Konstas prepares to play a ramp shot in a four-day cricket match Queensland's quicks are made to toil for a much-needed 188-run Sheffield Shield …

Sam Konstas dismissed cheaply for New South Wales against Queensland at the Gabba
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas dismissed cheaply for New South Wales against Queensland at the Gabba

ABC  

Sam Konstas's return from Test duty to the Sheffield Shield has ended in underwhelming fashion, being dismissed for 3 off 33 balls on day two in Brisbane. After being told he was surplus to requirements on Australia's tour of Sri Lanka, Konstas flew back to join his New South Wales teammates at the Gabba, a Test venue he had never …

Sam Konstas reacts after being dropped from Tests against Sri Lanka
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas reacts after being dropped from Tests against Sri Lanka

India TV News  

Young batter Sam Konstas had a terrific international debut in the Test series against India. The think tank preferred the opening combination of Travis Head and Usman Khawaja for the tour to Sri Lanka. In the meantime, Konstas noted that he understood the reason behind getting dropped despite good performance and added that Head is a legend of the game …

Australia youngster departs from Sri Lanka to play Sheffield Shield
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australia youngster departs from Sri Lanka to play Sheffield Shield

India TV News  

Australia youngster departs from Sri Lanka to play Sheffield Shield 19-year-old Sam Konstas has returned to Australia to play the Sheffield Shield after not being selected in the first Test of the series against Sri Lanka. The teenage sensation has made his return to Australia from Sri Lanka to play Sheffield Shield cricket for New South Wales. Despite impressing with …

Sam Konstas to leave Sri Lanka tour, fly back to Australia for Sheffield Shield game
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas to leave Sri Lanka tour, fly back to Australia for Sheffield Shield game

The Hindu  

Young opening batter Sam Konstas is leaving Australia’s tour of Sri Lanka and flying back home to play in New South Wales’ next Sheffield Shield game against Queensland at the Gabba. “I totally understood the decision, Travis Head’s a legend of the game and he’s been dominating in these conditions up top,” Konstas said. The swashbuckling Head, however, made it …

Sam Konstas would open in WTC final, I'll be back in middle order: Travis Head
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sam Konstas would open in WTC final, I'll be back in middle order: Travis Head

India Today  

Travis Head has backed Sam Konstas to regain his spot as the opener for Australia during the World Test Championship Final against South Africa. "Most likely I'd go back in the middle order and Sam would open," Head told reporters in Galle. Konstas is a big part of where we're going Head said that it is great to have Konstas …

Sam Konstas leaves Australia's Sri Lanka Test tour to play Sheffield Shield
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sam Konstas leaves Australia's Sri Lanka Test tour to play Sheffield Shield

ABC  

Sam Konstas's Sri Lanka tour is officially over, with the teenage star returning to Australia to play Sheffield Shield for New South Wales. Head vindicated the decision to remove Konstas from the top of the batting order, making a speedy half-century in the first Test against Sri Lanka to set the tone for Australia's big win. Head not harbouring long-term …

'Send him home': Ex-Australian cricketer's advice to Steve Smith and Co after Sam Konstas' snub from SL Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Send him home': Ex-Australian cricketer's advice to Steve Smith and Co after Sam Konstas' snub from SL Test

India TV News  

Former Australian cricketer Brad Haddin had a piece of advice for the reigning World Test Champions to send back the 19-year-old Sam Konstas home in time for the Sheffield Shield game for the New South Wales. “We’ve got to remember he’s 19 so if they’re not using him for the second Test I would send him home to play state …

Sri Lanka vs Australia quick hits: Ricky Ponting unhappy with Sam Konstas's axing as Steve Smith and Travis Head benefit from blunders
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sri Lanka vs Australia quick hits: Ricky Ponting unhappy with Sam Konstas's axing as Steve Smith and Travis Head benefit from blunders

ABC  

The axing of Sam Konstas was questioned by a legend as Travis Head, Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith were all beneficiaries of Sri Lankan blunders. The Sri Lankans had an almighty caught behind appeal in the middle session after Prabath Jayasuriya got one past Usman Khawaja's bat. Australia's Steve Smith brought up multiple career milestones in the first innings against …

Australia in command as Smith, Khawaja punish Sri Lanka on rain-hit opening day of first test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australia in command as Smith, Khawaja punish Sri Lanka on rain-hit opening day of first test

Associated Press  

GALLE, Sri Lanka — Australia’s batters feasted on Sri Lanka’s bowling, racking up milestones and dominance on a rain-curtailed opening day of the first test in Galle on Wednesday. “I just really gave a big hug and said you are an absolute legend and you get to 10,000 runs once and enjoy.” Sri Lanka had a golden chance to remove …

Sam Konstas takes axing in stride as Australia drop him for 1st Test vs Sri Lanka
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sam Konstas takes axing in stride as Australia drop him for 1st Test vs Sri Lanka

India TV News  

Sam Konstas takes axing in stride as Australia drop him for 1st Test vs Sri Lanka Australia dropped Sam Konstas as Travis Head opened the innings in the first Test vs Sri Lanka in Galle. Australia opener Sam Konstas showed maturity after he was told of being dropped from the playing XI for the first Test against Sri Lanka in …

SL vs AUS, 1st Test: ‘Experienced’ Head replaces Konstas as opener against Sri Lanka
1 month, 3 weeks ago

SL vs AUS, 1st Test: ‘Experienced’ Head replaces Konstas as opener against Sri Lanka

The Hindu  

Travis Head will replace Sam Konstas as Usman Khawaja’s opening partner in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Galle on Wednesday, Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith said on the eve of the match. Konstas, who impressed as opener in his debut series against India, could be accommodated in the middle order following Head’s promotion, Smith said. Head impressed in …

Travis Head to open in Australia's first Test against Sri Lanka, Sam Konstas at risk of being dropped
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Travis Head to open in Australia's first Test against Sri Lanka, Sam Konstas at risk of being dropped

ABC  

Travis Head will replace Sam Konstas at the top of Australia's batting order for the first Sri Lanka Test despite the teenager's heroics in the triumphant India series. "Just playing what's in front of us, it's quite different to back home on the surfaces we've been playing on there where it's very pace dominant," he said. Specialist opener Konstas, Nathan …

SL vs AUS: Travis Head named opening partner for Usman Khawaja in 1st Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

SL vs AUS: Travis Head named opening partner for Usman Khawaja in 1st Test

India Today  

Australia have named Travis Head as the opening partner for Usman Khawaja going into the opening Test against Sri Lanka, starting January 29 in Galle. Despite having Sam Konstas and Nathan McSweeney in their squad, the visitors preferred Head, who finished the Border Gavaskar Trophy against India as the leading run-scorer. Smith said that the tour of Sri Lanka will …

Ricky Ponting advocates for Sam Konstas' inclusion in playing XI against Sri Lanka
2 months ago

Ricky Ponting advocates for Sam Konstas' inclusion in playing XI against Sri Lanka

India TV News  

Former cricketer Ricky Ponting urged the Australian team management to back Sam Konstas in the opening slot in the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, starting January 29. The move however didn’t work well as Konstas replaced McSweeney in the third Test at Gabba. The 50-year-old added that the conditions in Sri Lanka will be challenging for the visitors …

Sam Konstas reveals 'no regrets' over Virat Kohli shoulder bump incident in BGT
2 months ago

Sam Konstas reveals 'no regrets' over Virat Kohli shoulder bump incident in BGT

India Today  

Australia’s 19-year-old batting prodigy Sam Konstas has addressed the now-famous shoulder scuffle with Indian cricket star Virat Kohli during the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, saying he carries no regrets about the incident. The confrontation occurred during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne, where Virat Kohli, known for his fiery demeanour, shouldered Konstas in a tense exchange. While such behaviour might be …

SL vs AUS: Travis Head could open against Sri Lanka, says chief selector Bailey
2 months, 2 weeks ago

SL vs AUS: Travis Head could open against Sri Lanka, says chief selector Bailey

The Hindu  

Travis Head could open the innings for Australia during the two-match Test series in Sri Lanka later this month, chairman of selectors George Bailey said. We’ve got a number of options and there’s been a few preliminary discussions around where that may land, and that may depend on the makeup of that first XI,” Bailey told cricket.com.au. “I think Andrew …

Sam Konstas might miss out on opening spot in Sri Lanka, hints George Bailey
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas might miss out on opening spot in Sri Lanka, hints George Bailey

India Today  

Breakout star of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 Sam Konstas might not have a place in the playing XI in the Test series against Sri Lanka, hinted chief selector George Bailey. Speaking after the squad announcement for the Sri Lanka series, Bailey said that Australia might promote Travis Head to the opening slot as they did against India in the BGT …

Don't think Sam Konstas can survive as a Test opener playing like that: Ponting
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Don't think Sam Konstas can survive as a Test opener playing like that: Ponting

India Today  

Legendary Australia captain Ricky Ponting feels Sam Konstas won’t be able to survive as an opener for long in Test cricket with his current style of play. Apart from his batting heroics, Konstas didn’t shy away from engaging in banters and verbal duals as he riled up Jasprit Bumrah late on Day 1 of the fifth Test in Sydney. Recently, …

Ravi Shastri on Australia’s Sam Konstas: ‘He was like a cat on a hot tin roof’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ravi Shastri on Australia’s Sam Konstas: ‘He was like a cat on a hot tin roof’

Live Mint  

Australia's teen sensation Sam Konstas, who made his Test debut at Melbourne against India in the Border Gavaskar Trophy, received a piece of advice from former India head coach Ravi Shastri to focus on his 'strengths' and play the way he wants, ANI reported. When the 19-year-old opener made his debut in front of a sold-out crowd at the iconic …

Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah; ‘If it happens again, I wouldn’t have said anything’, he says
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah; ‘If it happens again, I wouldn’t have said anything’, he says

The Hindu  

Australia's teenage batting sensation Sam Konstas regrets his involvement in the stand-off with Jasprit Bumrah during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, admitting he was only trying to waste time but ultimately, the Indian pace spearhead had the "last laugh". Konstas made an impact in the final two Tests of the series with his audacious strokeplay but also found himself at the centre …

Sam Konstas reveals surprise chat with 'legend' Virat Kohli after MCG drama
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas reveals surprise chat with 'legend' Virat Kohli after MCG drama

India Today  

Young Australian opener Sam Konstas has revealed his surprise post-match exchange with Indian batting great Virat Kohli following their fiery encounter during the high-octane Boxing Day Test. Despite the heated moments on the field, Konstas revealed a heartwarming post-match exchange with Kohli and reflected on the lessons from his fiery showdown with India's ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah. After David Warner's …

If it happens again, I wouldn't have said anything: Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah
2 months, 2 weeks ago

If it happens again, I wouldn't have said anything: Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah

New Indian Express  

SYDNEY: Australia's teenage batting sensation Sam Konstas regrets his involvement in the stand-off with Jasprit Bumrah during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Trophy, admitting he was only trying to waste time but ultimately, the Indian pace spearhead had the "last laugh". Konstas made an impact in the final two Tests of the series with his audacious strokeplay, but also found himself at …

Sam Konstas accepts mistake after heated exchange with Jasprit Bumrah, Australian teen says ‘It was probably my fault’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas accepts mistake after heated exchange with Jasprit Bumrah, Australian teen says ‘It was probably my fault’

Live Mint  

Australian opener Sam Konstas has accepted his mistake in riling up with India pacer Jasprit Bumrah which resulted in Usman Khawaja's wicket in the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney. This didn't go well with Bumrah as he gestured towards Khawaja with his arms and asked the Australian opener to get ready. He got the wicket, but obviously …

‘It was my fault’: Sam Konstas accepts mistake in riling up Jasprit Bumrah, resulting in Usman Khawaja's wicket
2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘It was my fault’: Sam Konstas accepts mistake in riling up Jasprit Bumrah, resulting in Usman Khawaja's wicket

Hindustan Times  

For a 19-year-old, Sam Konstas is feisty, to say the least. He accepted his fault in riling up Jasprit Bumrah on Day 2 of the fifth Test against India in Sydney, which resulted in a charged-up Bumrah dismissing Usman Khawaja on the last ball of the day. Umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat, centre, gestures to India's Jasprit Bumrah, right, as he exchanges …

Aussie teenage sensation Sam Konstas could receive eye-watering pay rise should the batter surpass another big Test milestone
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Aussie teenage sensation Sam Konstas could receive eye-watering pay rise should the batter surpass another big Test milestone

Daily Mail  

Sam Konstas' whirlwind fortnight has seen the Aussie teenager clash with cricketing royalty, ramp Jasprit Bumrah and even show up to a Prime Minister's reception wearing a pair of Adidas Sambas. Should the 18-year-old Aussie star play in either of Australia's upcoming Tests against Sri Lanka at the end of this month, Konstas will, according to The Daily Telegraph, net …

‘Could be only one winner’: Johnson lambasts Sam Konstas for enabling India and Bumrah's ‘two against 11’ mindset
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Could be only one winner’: Johnson lambasts Sam Konstas for enabling India and Bumrah's ‘two against 11’ mindset

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia pacer Mitchell Johnson believes Sam Konstas, 19, has much to learn after his act of riling Jasprit Bumrah up during the Sydney Test went horribly wrong. Mitchell Johnson believes Sam Konstas has much to learn after his act of riling Jasprit Bumrah up during the Sydney Test went horribly wrong. This latter moment triggered a verbal exchange between …

'Konstas had no right, no business talking to Bumrah': Gambhir calls Aussie youngster 'soft' after 'intimidating' blame
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Konstas had no right, no business talking to Bumrah': Gambhir calls Aussie youngster 'soft' after 'intimidating' blame

Hindustan Times  

India head coach Gautam Gambhir has responded strongly to his Australia counterpart Andrew McDonald's claims that India attempted to intimidate Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the tense fifth Test at the SCG. McDonald, Australia's coach, had voiced concerns over the on-field spat between Konstas and India’s captain, Jasprit Bumrah, after the dismissal of Usman Khawaja on the final ball of …

He had no right to talk to Bumrah: Gautam Gambhir criticises Sam Konstas
2 months, 2 weeks ago

He had no right to talk to Bumrah: Gautam Gambhir criticises Sam Konstas

New Indian Express  

SYDNEY: India head coach Gautam Gambhir has lambasted Australian youngster Sam Konstas for his aggressive run-in with Jasprit Bumrah during the fifth and final Test here, saying the 19-year-old had no "right" to talk to the Indian captain. Konstas was seen talking animatedly with Bumrah after the pace spearhead, who was leading the side after the off-colour Rohit Sharma stepped …

'Cannot take us for granted': Prasidh Krishna's fiery 'all eleven of us are here' reminder to Sam Konstas
2 months, 2 weeks ago

'Cannot take us for granted': Prasidh Krishna's fiery 'all eleven of us are here' reminder to Sam Konstas

Hindustan Times  

The Sydney Test between Australia and India is set for a thrilling finish and in all likelihood, the match is poised to get over on the third day. Prasidh Krishna gave a fiery reminder to Sam Konstas ahead of the upcoming Day 3 of the Sydney Test. Konstas also failed to get going as he was dismissed by Mohammed Siraj …

Australia head coach accuses India players of 'intimidating' Sam Konstas, worries about teenager's 'headspace'
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia head coach accuses India players of 'intimidating' Sam Konstas, worries about teenager's 'headspace'

Hindustan Times  

Australia’s coach Andrew McDonald has claimed that India attempted to intimidate teenager Sam Konstas during the tense fifth and deciding Test at the SCG. McDonald expressed his concerns over the on-field spat between Konstas and India’s captain, Jasprit Bumrah, following the dismissal of Usman Khawaja on the final ball of Day 1. Umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid Saikat gestures as he …

Rohit Sharma on Jasprit Bumrah-Sam Konstas stand-off during IND vs AUS 5th Test: ‘Play cricket, don’t talk needlessly’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma on Jasprit Bumrah-Sam Konstas stand-off during IND vs AUS 5th Test: ‘Play cricket, don’t talk needlessly’

Live Mint  

Sam Konstas has grabbed the headlines ever since his debut in Melbourne against India in the fourth Test. If his heated exchange with Virat Kohli following the latter's shoulder-barge on the youngster was the start, the Australian opener poked Jasprit Bumrah just before the final over of Day 1 of the fifth Test in Sydney. Reacting to Bumrah's complaints, Konstas …

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah hound Sam Konstas in Sydney: ‘Batting like a no. 10’; dismissed by Siraj
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah hound Sam Konstas in Sydney: ‘Batting like a no. 10’; dismissed by Siraj

Hindustan Times  

Team India brought its A-game to the table in the first session on Day 2 of the Sydney Test. Mohammed Siraj claimed two, while Jasprit Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna picked a wicket each in the first session as Australia were 101/5 at Lunch break. Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah worked on a plan to trouble Sam Konstas while Mohammed Siraj …

Mohammed Siraj sends back Sam Konstas and Travis Head in one over to silence booing Sydney crowd
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Siraj sends back Sam Konstas and Travis Head in one over to silence booing Sydney crowd

Hindustan Times  

A fired-up Mohammed Siraj pegged Australia back with a double-wicket over in the morning session of Day 2 of the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the SCG in Sydney. After stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah started the day by getting Marnus Labuschagne nicking to Rishabh Pant in the 7th over of Australia's innings to become the Indian …

Australia coach Andrew McDonald accuses India of trying to 'intimidate' Sam Konstas in SCG Test
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia coach Andrew McDonald accuses India of trying to 'intimidate' Sam Konstas in SCG Test

India TV News  

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has accused India of trying to intimidate youngster Sam Konstas in the dying stages of day 1 of the SCG Test on Friday, January 4. Konstas was involved in a heated exchange with Bumrah after the bowler was unhappy that Usman Khawaja took a long time to get ready to face the balls. However, as …

Tom Moody lambasts Sam Konstas post altercation with Jasprit Bumrah at Sydney: ‘I hope the dressing room…’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Tom Moody lambasts Sam Konstas post altercation with Jasprit Bumrah at Sydney: ‘I hope the dressing room…’

Live Mint  

Australia's 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas has yet again sparked controversy during the fifth and final Test on DAY 1 of the ongoing Border Gavaskar trophy, and former Australia cricketer Tom Moddy is certainly not happy with it. On DAY 1 of the Sydney Test, Usman Khwaja made Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah wait as he was about to begin his …

IND vs AUS 5th Test: Sam Konstas riles up Jasprit Bumrah, India captain hits back with a fiery wicket
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Revealed: The shocking problem with the Australian cricket team that should have fans VERY worried
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Revealed: The shocking problem with the Australian cricket team that should have fans VERY worried

Daily Mail  

Pat Cummins and his side in tense series against India A quick look at the ages of the Australian cricket team for the SCG Test against India reveals there isn't a single player in their 20s - leaving the side facing a savage drop-off as the likes of Steve Smith, Usman Khawaja and Nathan Lyon all approach the twilight of …

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics

India Today  

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has suggested that Australian batting sensation Sam Konstas, who has impressed in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, might face a reality check on a Test tour to India. The 19-year-old, known for his performances and on-field antics, stirred mixed reactions during the series, particularly after his heated exchanges with stand-in Indian captain Jasprit Bumrah. Chopra shared …

Sam Konstas built for this stage: Watson praises Australia opener's showmanship
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah stares down Sam Konstas in dramatic end to Day 1 in Sydney
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah stares down Sam Konstas in dramatic end to Day 1 in Sydney

India Today  

Jasprit Bumrah delivered high drama at the end of Day 1 in Sydney, claiming Usman Khawaja's wicket with the last ball and capping it off with an icy stare-down of 19-year-old Australian debutant Sam Konstas. After a fiery exchange earlier in the over, which required umpire intervention, Bumrah had the final word with a delivery that took Khawaja's edge, safely …

Rishabh Pant reflects on Bumrah-Konstas exchange: Australia wanted to waste time
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rishabh Pant reflects on Bumrah-Konstas exchange: Australia wanted to waste time

India Today  

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant shed light on the heated exchange between stand-in India captain Jasprit Bumrah and Australian opener Sam Konstas during the final moments of Day 1 of the fifth and final Test in Sydney. Reflecting on the heated exchange between Bumrah and Konstas, Pant said he felt the Australian openers wanted to waste time to prevent India from …

India drop Rohit Sharma but batters struggle again in Australia
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India drop Rohit Sharma but batters struggle again in Australia

Al Jazeera  

Australia gain the early advantage in Sydney in the World Test Championship deciding fifth Test against India. India dropped skipper Rohit Sharma but their batting woes continued as they were dismissed for 185 on the opening day of the crucial fifth and final Test against Australia in Sydney. Boland precipitated the end of India’s laboured innings early in the final …

Don't fire up Bumrah: Meme-fest after India captain gives it back to Sam Kosntas
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Don't fire up Bumrah: Meme-fest after India captain gives it back to Sam Kosntas

India Today  

India captain Jasprit Bumrah was at his fiery best in the final 30 minutes of Day 1 of the Sydney Test between India and Australia. Bumrah and 19-year-old Sam Konstas were involved in an intense staring contest after the India captain objected to Australia’s time-wasting tactics. To Bumrah’s surprise, Sam Konstas, positioned at the non-striker's end, began chirping at the …

AUS vs IND: Konstas’ audacious knock at MCG unlikely to be a blueprint, says Carey
2 months, 3 weeks 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'
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Follow Konstas' mindset against India: Warner's advice to seniors
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

‘Yashasvi Jaiswal tried to hit the ball at Sam Konstas to shut him up’: Steve Smith on ‘mad’ debutant's antics
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Yashasvi Jaiswal tried to hit the ball at Sam Konstas to shut him up’: Steve Smith on ‘mad’ debutant's antics

Hindustan Times  

Sam Konstas is already being hailed as a worthy successor to David Warner in more ways than one. Yashasvi Jaiswal hit a cover drive straight at Sam Konstas Just like Warner, he got the crowd going, sledged the Indian batters, got under their skin, and was full of theatrics and confidence. After a run-in with Virat Kohli while batting and …

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