Ravi Shastri on Australia’s Sam Konstas: ‘He was like a cat on a hot tin roof’
4 days, 3 hours ago

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

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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 MCG in the Boxing Day Test, nobody expected he would smash the world's best fast bowler of current times, Jasprit Bumrah and lay a solid foundation for Australia. Ravi Shastri's advice to Konstas: Speaking at The ICC Review, as quoted by ANI, "Shastri said, "I think it was more the exuberance of youth. Ravi Shastri, who closely watched the carnage that Sam Konstas spread at the MCG, advised him to focus on scoring runs more than anything else.

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Sam Konstas might miss out on opening spot in Sri Lanka, hints George Bailey
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3 days, 19 hours 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 …

Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah; ‘If it happens again, I wouldn’t have said anything’, he says
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5 days, 10 hours 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 …

If it happens again, I wouldn’t have said anything: Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah
5 days, 11 hours ago

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

The Hindu  

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 the …

Sam Konstas admits provoking Jasprit Bumrah in Sydney Test: It was my fault
5 days, 19 hours ago

Sam Konstas admits provoking Jasprit Bumrah in Sydney Test: It was my fault

India Today  

Australia's Sam Konstas admitted to provoking Jasprit Bumrah on Day 1 of the fifth Test in Sydney, a move that ultimately backfired when the Indian pacer dismissed Usman Khawaja on the last delivery of the day. With 15 minutes left in the day's play, Australian openers Usman Khawaja and Konstas faced the daunting task of surviving against Bumrah and Mohammed …

Sam Konstas reveals surprise chat with 'legend' Virat Kohli after MCG drama
5 days, 19 hours 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 …

Sam Konstas accepts mistake after heated exchange with Jasprit Bumrah, Australian teen says ‘It was probably my fault’
6 days, 9 hours ago

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

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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 …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Bumrah getting Khawaja out “probably my fault”, says Konstas
6 days, 9 hours ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Bumrah getting Khawaja out “probably my fault”, says Konstas

The Hindu  

Sam Konstas felt ‘probably’ it was his fault when a riled-up Jasprit Bumrah got Usman Khawaja out during the Sydney Test. He got the wicket, but obviously great performance from the team,” Konstas, who made his debut in the fourth Test in Melbourne, said. It was a good debut and glad to get two wins.” The new year’s Test at …

‘Could be only one winner’: Johnson lambasts Sam Konstas for enabling India and Bumrah's ‘two against 11’ mindset
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1 week 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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1 week, 1 day 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 …

'Cannot take us for granted': Prasidh Krishna's fiery 'all eleven of us are here' reminder to Sam Konstas
1 week, 2 days 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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1 week, 2 days 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 …

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah hound Sam Konstas in Sydney: ‘Batting like a no. 10’; dismissed by Siraj
1 week, 2 days 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
1 week, 2 days 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
1 week, 2 days 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…’
1 week, 3 days 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 …

Rishabh Pant on Jasprit Bumrah vs Sam Konstas clash: He wanted to waste some time so we don’t bowl one more over
1 week, 3 days ago

Rishabh Pant on Jasprit Bumrah vs Sam Konstas clash: He wanted to waste some time so we don’t bowl one more over

The Hindu  

Having dealt with a gruesome car accident, a red cherry hurtling into his body is perhaps the least of Rishabh Pant’s worries. Sets up the 'Bumrah vs Konstas' battle nicely for tomorrow#AUSvsINDpic.twitter.com/ZozUlauEHD — Sportstar January 3, 2025 Being in proximity when Jasprit Bumrah and Sam Konstas exchanged words, Pant explained: “They wanted to waste some time. He wanted to waste …

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

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics
1 week, 3 days 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 …

To see Jasprit Bumrah fired up is rare: Sanjay Manjrekar on Sam Konstas battle
1 week, 3 days ago

To see Jasprit Bumrah fired up is rare: Sanjay Manjrekar on Sam Konstas battle

India Today  

Sanjay Manjrekar was amused by Jasprit Bumrah’s rare display of aggression during the SCG Test against Australia, calling it an unusual yet remarkable moment in the pacer’s career. Known for his calm and composed demeanor, Bumrah surprised everyone with his fiery response to a heated on-field exchange with young Australian opener Sam Konstas. Konstas further escalated matters by gesturing toward …

Sam Konstas reminds me of 'young bully' Virat Kohli: Gavaskar after SCG antics
1 week, 3 days ago

Sam Konstas reminds me of 'young bully' Virat Kohli: Gavaskar after SCG antics

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has drawn a comparison between Sam Konstas and a young Virat Kohli after witnessing the teenager’s behaviour since his debut. Gavaskar reflected on Konstas' heated exchange with India’s stand-in captain, Jasprit Bumrah, before the final delivery of Day 1 of the 4th Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Konstas’ behaviour reminded Gavaskar of a "young …

Sam Konstas built for this stage: Watson praises Australia opener's showmanship
1 week, 3 days 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
1 week, 3 days 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
1 week, 3 days 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
1 week, 3 days 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
1 week, 3 days 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 …

"Sam didn't take it to heart...": Carey opens up on Konstas-Kohli's 'shoulder bump'
1 week, 5 days 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
1 week, 6 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 …

‘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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1 week, 6 days 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 …

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Sam Konstas: India Opener Tells Australian To ‘Do Your Job’ Amid Fiery Exchange At MCG | WATCH
1 week, 6 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Sam Konstas: India Opener Tells Australian To ‘Do Your Job’ Amid Fiery Exchange At MCG | WATCH

ABP News  

Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Sam Konstas: Yashasvi Jaiswal was the lone warrior in India’s gone-in-vain effort for a draw on Day 5 in the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the MCG. While Jaiswal’s 84-run knock provided hopes for a draw, it was a heated exchange between the Indian batter with Australia’s debutant Sam Konstas …

David Warner praises Sam Konstas's aggression, questions teammates' approach to Jasprit Bumrah
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1 week, 6 days ago

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 …

Yashasvi Jaiswal fumes at Sam Konstas, says 'Do your job' after Aussie sledges; smacks next ball straight into debutant
2 weeks ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal fumes at Sam Konstas, says 'Do your job' after Aussie sledges; smacks next ball straight into debutant

Hindustan Times  

There was plenty of fire on show during day five of the fourth match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, as a back-and-forth game reached a dramatic conclusion in the final session of day five as seven Indian wickets fell and left Australia with a 2-1 lead in the series. India looked set to stretch the match …

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

Watch: Yasashvi Jaiswal tells chatty Konstas to shut up, then hits a shot at him
2 weeks ago

Watch: Yasashvi Jaiswal tells chatty Konstas to shut up, then hits a shot at him

India Today  

India batter Yashasvi Jaiswal found himself at the center of a heated spat with Australia’s debutant Sam Konstas during the second innings of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. AUS vs IND, 4TH TEST: FULL SCORECARD Jaiswal, one of India's standout performers in the Melbourne Test, showed resilience during his gritty 84-run knock despite the continuous chatter from Konstas. The …

MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

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...'
2 weeks, 1 day 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 …

'It always comes back to bite you': Hussey merciless after Jasprit Bumrah cleans up Sam Konstas at MCG
2 weeks, 1 day ago

'It always comes back to bite you': Hussey merciless after Jasprit Bumrah cleans up Sam Konstas at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Australian debutant Sam Konstas instantly became a fan-favourite at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, as his success with bat in the first innings combined with antics while fielding endeared him to a raucous and capacity Boxing Day Test crowd. Jasprit Bumrah gave Sam Konstas a send-off after bowling him in the second innings of the MCG Test. Returning to bat in …

IND vs AUS 4th Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal drops 3 catches on Day 4, Rohit Sharma loses his cool
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS 4th Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal drops 3 catches on Day 4, Rohit Sharma loses his cool

Live Mint  

Yashasvi Jaiswal had a tough time during day 4 of the India vs Australia 4th Test in Melbourne. However, Jaiswal dropped three catches during which drew a sharp reaction from captain Rohit Sharma. Yashasvi Jaiswal's 3 dropped catches: Jaiswal's first dropped catch came during the third over of the match when he was standing in leg fully during the balling …

Cricket-Bumrah turns tables on Konstas, Australia lead by 158
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Cricket-Bumrah turns tables on Konstas, Australia lead by 158

Hindustan Times  

By Ian Ransom Cricket-Bumrah turns tables on Konstas, Australia lead by 158 MELBOURNE, - Pace maestro Jasprit Bumrah took revenge for his first innings battering by Sam Konstas when he bowled Australia's teen debutant cheaply early on day four of the fourth test on Sunday after India were dismissed for 369. Seamer Mohammed Siraj also broke through for his first …

Jasprit Bumrah imitates Sam Konstas with unique celebration during IND vs AUS 4th Test; MCG crowd boos Indian
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Jasprit Bumrah imitates Sam Konstas with unique celebration during IND vs AUS 4th Test; MCG crowd boos Indian

Live Mint  

Jasprit Bumrah imitated Sam Konstas after the World No.1 Test bolwer got the better of the Australian debut in the second innings of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. While Konstas won the battle on the opening day, Bumrah made sure that the youngster doesn't get over his head in the second innings. Following the dismissal, Bumrah engaged …

Jasprit Bumrah Takes Revenge Clean Bowls Sam Konstas Gives Australian Debutant Dramatic Send Off
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Jasprit Bumrah Takes Revenge Clean Bowls Sam Konstas Gives Australian Debutant Dramatic Send Off

ABP News  

Bumrah vs Konstas: Jasprit Bumrah took his revenge on Australian debutant Sam Konstas on Day 4 of the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 29. Konstas, who had struck six boundaries and two sixes—both off Bumrah’s bowling—in the first innings, could only hit one boundary, that too off an edge, during Australia's second …

Jasprit Bumrah mocks Sam Konstas after avenging debutant in rare celebration; gets booed by MCG crowd
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Jasprit Bumrah mocks Sam Konstas after avenging debutant in rare celebration; gets booed by MCG crowd

Hindustan Times  

Australia's 19-year-old Sam Konstas pulled off an unthinkable in world cricket on Day 1 of the fourth Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Melbourne. Australian batsman Sam Konstas is bowled by Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah on the fourth day of the fourth cricket Test match between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne Bumrah did …

Jasprit Bumrah impersonates Sam Konstas after knocking Aussie debutant's middle pole over | WATCH
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Jasprit Bumrah impersonates Sam Konstas after knocking Aussie debutant's middle pole over | WATCH

India TV News  

Jasprit Bumrah got one back at Sam Konstas as India's pace spearhead knocked the Aussie teenager over in the second innings with an absolute ripper. Bumrah bowled a good length delivery which angled sharply into Konstas and knocked his middle pole over after finding the gap between his bat and pad. Jasprit Bumrah celebrates wildly after knocking Sam Konstas over: …

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah wins battle vs Sam Konstas and gives him animated send-off
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Watch: Jasprit Bumrah wins battle vs Sam Konstas and gives him animated send-off

India Today  

Jasprit Bumrah was at his scintillating best with the new ball during the second innings of the Boxing Day Test on Sunday, 29 December. The Indian pacer decisively won his battle against Sam Konstas, dismissing the 19-year-old Australian opener early in the innings to the delight of Indian fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. WATCH: BUMRAH'S ANIMDATED SEND-OFF TO KONSTAS …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Could have got Konstas out 6, 7 times in the first two overs, says Jasprit Bumrah
2 weeks, 2 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 …

I could have got Konstas out 6-7 times in first 2 overs: Bumrah
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

I could have got Konstas out 6-7 times in first 2 overs: Bumrah

Deccan Chronicle  

Jasprit Bumrah said on Saturday he "never felt" he was far away from a wicket even as Australia's 19-year-old Test debutant Sam Konstas went after India's champion pacer in what is a rare sight in international cricket.Bumrah said it was an interesting battle against Konstas on the opening day of the fourth Test but believed he could have got the …

Jasprit Bumrah breaks silence on Sam Konstas' onslaught from Day 1 of MCG Test
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2 weeks, 2 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 …

Jasprit Bumrah reacts to Sam Konstas' enterprising approach on Test debut | WATCH
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Jasprit Bumrah reacts to Sam Konstas' enterprising approach on Test debut | WATCH

India TV News  

Sam Konstas played an enterprising knock on his international debut to stun world cricket as he scored 60 off 65 deliveries against India on day 1 of the boxing day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Konstas even took on India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and played scoop shots against him without any signs of fear. Konstas hit Bumrah for …

Sam Konstas reveals ‘pre-meditated’ plan behind dominating Jasprit Bumrah’s first spell
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Sam Konstas reveals ‘pre-meditated’ plan behind dominating Jasprit Bumrah’s first spell

Live Mint  

Amid the ongoing fourth Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australian debutant opener Sam Konstas on Friday revealed that his attack on Indian ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah on Day 1 was ‘pre-meditated’. “I reckon maybe 20-30 years ago, people were probably saying defend a lot, just about all day, but I think for new generation, there …

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

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