Cricket Australia 'disgraced' by fans after 'embarrassing' BBL visual; Sam Konstas flops before potential debut vs India
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Cricket Australia 'disgraced' by fans after 'embarrassing' BBL visual; Sam Konstas flops before potential debut vs India

Hindustan Times  

With Australian teenage star Sam Konstas getting a much-anticipated call-up to the Australian Test team for the final two matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, there were plenty of eyes on his last outing ahead of him joining up with the national team for the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Konstas was involved in the Sydney Derby between his Sydney Thunder and the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League, in a thriller of a contest that went down to the very last ball before the Sixers pulled off an unlikely win. Fans outraged at state of Sydney Showgrounds outfield Although the match was of the highest quality, with Ben Dwarshuis of the Sixers hitting a six when seven were needed of the last two deliveries, fans watching the match were appalled and caught off-guard by the state of the pitch at the Sydney Showgrounds, which hosts the home games for the Thunder. Fans expected a higher standard of production for the Big Bash, which is meant to be Australian cricket’s big money franchise league, but didn’t do itself any favours with a poor outfield for one of the most-watched matches season over season.

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Konstas regrets stand-off with Bumrah; ‘If it happens again, I wouldn’t have said anything’, he says
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22 hours, 25 minutes 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 …

‘Could be only one winner’: Johnson lambasts Sam Konstas for enabling India and Bumrah's ‘two against 11’ mindset
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2 days, 19 hours 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 …

Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah hound Sam Konstas in Sydney: ‘Batting like a no. 10’; dismissed by Siraj
5 days, 5 hours 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 …

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 …

Rishabh Pant reflects on Bumrah-Konstas exchange: Australia wanted to waste time
6 days, 7 hours 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
6 days, 7 hours 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 …

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics
6 days, 7 hours 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 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 …

David Warner praises Sam Konstas's aggression, questions teammates' approach to Jasprit Bumrah
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1 week, 2 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 …

AUS vs IND: Warner praises Konstas, questions senior batters' approach vs Bumrah
1 week, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND: Warner praises Konstas, questions senior batters' approach vs Bumrah

India Today  

Former Australian opener David Warner has praised Sam Konstas's fearless approach against Jasprit Bumrah, crediting the 19-year-old for setting the tone during Australia's pivotal Boxing Day Test win that gave them a 2-1 series lead with one match remaining. Konstas's aggressive innings included 34 runs off Bumrah in the opening session, the most any batter has scored against the Indian …

Cricket-Bumrah turns tables on Konstas, Australia lead by 158
1 week, 4 days 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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1 week, 4 days 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 mocks Sam Konstas after avenging debutant in rare celebration; gets booed by MCG crowd
1 week, 4 days 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 …

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 …

Sam Konstas reveals ‘pre-meditated’ plan behind dominating Jasprit Bumrah’s first spell
1 week, 5 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 …

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 …

A morning of high drama: Konstas, Kohli and Bumrah
2 weeks ago

A morning of high drama: Konstas, Kohli and Bumrah

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: You knew something was going to happen from the moment Sam Konstas, all of 19, sprinted out of the blocks and onto the field of play at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. One of the first shots Konstas had pulled off in the nets at the MCG soon after his press conference was a reverse ramp off Marnus …

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 Boxing Day Test: Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas clash at Melbourne Cricket Ground
2 weeks ago

IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test: Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas clash at Melbourne Cricket Ground

The Hindu  

Australia’s rivalry with India turned physical as Virat Kohli collided with 19-year-old Australia batter Sam Konstas on Thursday on the opening morning of the fourth test. Konstas and former India captain Kohli exchanged words after the collision and Kohli started walking back towards Konstas. Australia batter Usman Khawaja hurried to stand between the pair, patting Konstas on the arm then …

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: 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 …

Sam Konstas hits Bumrah for six after 4484 balls, scores most runs off India pacer in a single Test spell
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas hits Bumrah for six after 4484 balls, scores most runs off India pacer in a single Test spell

Hindustan Times  

There are debuts, and then there's a Sam Konstas debut. Konstas blasted six fours and two sixes to leave India, including its talismanic pacer Jasprit Bumrah, speechless. Australia's Sam Konstas has taken Indian bowlers to the cleaners Kontas was a chapter India clearly weren't ready for. Konstas welcomed the India pacer with a four and six to start the seventh …

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

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. …

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 …

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 …

Usman Khawaja offers ringside view of Virat Kohli vs Sam Konstas at MCG
2 weeks ago

Usman Khawaja offers ringside view of Virat Kohli vs Sam Konstas at MCG

India Today  

Australian opener Usman Khawaja provided insights into the altercation between Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas that became the highlight of Day 1 of the fourth Test between India and Australia. There was a bit of chirp going on between Sam, Bumrah, and Virat the whole time, but I didn’t want any physical contact to taint the situation,” Khawaja told ABC …

India veteran Kohli and Australia teen Konstas provide a fiery start to the 4th cricket test
2 weeks ago

India veteran Kohli and Australia teen Konstas provide a fiery start to the 4th cricket test

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Former India captain Virat Kohli is facing a possible fine after bumping shoulders with Australia’s Sam Konstas in a fiery opening Thursday to the fourth test of the five-match series. I reckon 20 or 30 years ago people would be saying ‘defend a lot, just bat all day’,” Konstas said. Asked about his verbal battles with India’s …

Sam Konstas to debut; Head and Rohit ready to go
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Sam Konstas to debut; Head and Rohit ready to go

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: Much of the intrigue on Tuesday centred around the fitness of two key figures on either side — Australia’s Travid Head and India’s Rohit Sharma. The Aussies practised earlier in the day but Head didn’t exactly throw himself around during the fielding session and then batted for just 15 minutes in the nets against the throw down specialists. He’s …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Tanush Kotian a backup if there’s need of two spinners at MCG or SCG, says Rohit Sharma
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Tanush Kotian a backup if there’s need of two spinners at MCG or SCG, says Rohit Sharma

The Hindu  

In a tiny press conference hall located in the basement of the massive Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rohit Sharma kept nodding his head. It’s not a thing which I should be discussing at every press-conference.” Stepping into the fourth Test with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series level at 1-1, the visiting captain said: “We played some really good cricket and we have …

AUS vs IND: Australian youngster Konstas excited to face Bumrah and Co ahead of Boxing Day Test
Trending News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

AUS vs IND: Australian youngster Konstas excited to face Bumrah and Co ahead of Boxing Day Test

The Hindu  

Australian opener Sam Konstas is excited to face the Indian bowlers in the Boxing Day Test, saying he already has a “few plans” for Jasprit Bumarh and Co if he makes the cut in the fourth game of the Border-Gavaskar series at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Feeling like I’m moving really nice, and hopefully, I get that opportunity,” Konstas told …

Sam Konstas on earning maiden call up in Australian Test team: Mum was in tears
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Sam Konstas on earning maiden call up in Australian Test team: Mum was in tears

India Today  

Young Australia batter Sam Konstas revealed that his mother was emotional after he earned his maiden call up to the Australian Test team. Notably, Konstas has replaced Nathan McSweeney for the last two Tests against India and is set to open the innings alongside Usman Khawaja in the upcoming fourth Test in Melbourne. Konstas revealed that he got a call …

AUS vs IND: Sam Konstas out for duck in BBL after Test call up for India series
2 weeks, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND: Sam Konstas out for duck in BBL after Test call up for India series

India Today  

Australia's Sam Konstas had a forgettable outing in a BBL clash against the Sydney Sixers, falling for a third-ball duck after being called up for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India. This was Konstas's final innings in the Big Bash League before his anticipated Test debut on Boxing Day at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Konstas earned a spot in …

Sam Konstas ready to face Bumrah? Australia batter opens up on his preparation
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Sam Konstas ready to face Bumrah? Australia batter opens up on his preparation

India Today  

Young Australia batter Sam Konstas is ready with plans to face the Indian bowling attack in the upcoming fourth Test of the series in Melbourne. Notably, Konstas has replaced Nathan McSweeney for the last two Tests against India and is set to open the innings alongside Usman Khawaja in the upcoming game in Melbourne. Despite coming into the series on …

IND vs AUS, Boxing Day Test: Who is Sam Konstas, the Australian opener who replaced Nathan McSweeny in BGT squad?
Top News
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS, Boxing Day Test: Who is Sam Konstas, the Australian opener who replaced Nathan McSweeny in BGT squad?

The Hindu  

Australia announced its squad for the remaining two Tests against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Friday. The right-handed batter replaces fellow opener Nathan McSweeny in the squad following the latter’s below-par performances. His twin Sheffield Shield centuries for New South Wales caught the selectors’ attention, alongside an unbeaten 73 against India A at the MCG ahead of the …

Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad for final 2 tests against India
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad for final 2 tests against India

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Teenager Sam Konstas has been called up to the Australia squad for the final two matches of the Australia-India test series at the expense of Nathan McSweeney. Konstas was on Friday included in Australia’s 15-player squad for the remainder of the series against India, with paceman Jhye Richardson the other new face replacing injured fast bowler Josh …

Australia axe McSweeney, call up Konstas for fourth India Test
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Australia axe McSweeney, call up Konstas for fourth India Test

Hindustan Times  

Opener Nathan McSweeney was dropped from Australia's squad for the fourth Test against India on Friday, with teenager Sam Konstas getting his first call-up. Australia axe McSweeney, call up Konstas for fourth India Test Fast bowler Jhye Richardson was also included in the 15-man lineup to give the team more options with Josh Hazlewood sidelined by a right calf injury. …

IND vs AUS: Why did Australia pick 19-year-old debutant Sam Konstas for Boxing Day Test?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Why did Australia pick 19-year-old debutant Sam Konstas for Boxing Day Test?

India TV News  

Australia announced the squad for the fourth and fifth Test matches against India earlier today. Among the notable inclusions was 19-year-old Sam Konstas who is set to make his debut in the Boxing Day Test at the iconic MCG. If the chief selector George Bailey is to be believed, the hosts want to throw something different at India and Konstas …

Who is Sam Konstas? 19-year-old Australian opener set for Boxing Day Test debut
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Who is Sam Konstas? 19-year-old Australian opener set for Boxing Day Test debut

India Today  

Australia are set to hand teenage opener Sam Konstas his Test debut in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. McSweeney, who struggled against the Jasprit Bumrah-led pace attack, scored only 72 runs across six innings—the lowest tally for an Australian Test opener in their first six knocks since 1974. 'LIKE CLARKE, WARNER AND SMITH' With 736 runs …

Sam Konstas' fastest fifty for Sydney Thunder, Daniel Sams' 31 runs in one over set the ball rolling in BBL
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sam Konstas' fastest fifty for Sydney Thunder, Daniel Sams' 31 runs in one over set the ball rolling in BBL

Hindustan Times  

Sam Konstas, the right-handed batter who is looking to earn an Australia Test call-up for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, is setting the stage on fire as he made his Big Bash League debut for Sydney Thunder on Tuesday. Konstas played a knock of 56 runs off 27 balls as he helped Sydney Thunder chase down a target of 183 against …

Rampant Australia complete 10-wicket win over India to draw level in Border-Gavaskar series
1 month ago

Rampant Australia complete 10-wicket win over India to draw level in Border-Gavaskar series

The Independent  

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AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma turns walking wicket, fails twice at No. 6 in 2nd Test
Top News
1 month ago

AUS vs IND: Rohit Sharma turns walking wicket, fails twice at No. 6 in 2nd Test

India Today  

India captain Rohit Sharma continued his poor outing at number 6 as he once again got dismissed cheaply on Day 2 of the second Test against Australia at Adelaide Oval, Adelaide. AUS vs IND 2nd Test Day 2 Live Earlier, India lost KL Rahul early in the innings as he was surprised by a bouncer. The pace spearhead further got …

IND vs AUS: Australia ride on Travis Head’s eighth Test ton to take upper hand, reduce India to 128/5 in second innings
1 month ago

IND vs AUS: Australia ride on Travis Head’s eighth Test ton to take upper hand, reduce India to 128/5 in second innings

Live Mint  

Travis Head tormented the India with his eighth Test hundred in Adelaide on Saturday as Australia took a upper hand against India in the ongoing second Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Earlier, starting the day on 86/1, Australia lost overnight batter Nathan McSweeney and Steve Smith early before Head and Marnus Labuschagne took charge. Amid the rejoicing around Head's …

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