Devastated, says Australia's axed opener McSweeney; vows to make comeback
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Devastated, says Australia's axed opener McSweeney; vows to make comeback

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Dumped opener Nathan McSweeney said he was "devastated" Saturday after being cast out of Australia's team after just three Tests against India but vowed to come back a better player. I get the dream come true and then didn't quite work out the way I wanted," he told Australia's Channel Seven. Should 19-year-old Konstas play, he would become Australia's youngest Test debutant since current skipper Pat Cummins took the field against South Africa at Johannesburg in 2011. Chief selector George Bailey acknowledged it was a "really hard decision" to dump McSweeney but said Australia needed to "throw something different" at India's pace bowlers led by Jasprit Bumrah.

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Waugh calls for Australia’s next Andrew Symonds to replace Marsh in Sydney Test vs India: ‘Can bowl offspin and seam’
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Waugh calls for Australia’s next Andrew Symonds to replace Marsh in Sydney Test vs India: ‘Can bowl offspin and seam’

Hindustan Times  

After losing the first Test match in Perth, Australia staged an immediate comeback against India at the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Mark Waugh named Mitchell Marsh's replacement for the Aussie Test playing XI. The criticism also pointed out that the likes of Labuschagne and Khawaja had also been underperforming, but the duo bounced back to form with Konstas’ arrival, putting an …

IND vs AUS: Australia confirm debut for Sam Konstas, star batter uncertain due to injury
2 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS: Australia confirm debut for Sam Konstas, star batter uncertain due to injury

India TV News  

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that the 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas will make his debut in the upcoming Boxing Day Test against India. He will become the fourth youngest Test player for Australia at the age of 19 years and 85 days with only Ian Craig, Pat Cummins, and Tom Garrett making their respective Test debuts at a …

Simon Katich blasts George Bailey's call to axe Nathan McSweeney: 'Top-order batters from both teams struggled'
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Simon Katich blasts George Bailey's call to axe Nathan McSweeney: 'Top-order batters from both teams struggled'

Hindustan Times  

Australia made the big decision to go backwards on their decision to start the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with Nathan McSweeney opening the batting, dropping the South Australia captain heading into the final two matches of the series beginning in Melbourne. ‘Really allowed Steve Smith and Travis Head to do what they did…’ India’s top order has looked shaky barring Yashasvi Jaiswal’s …

‘They want to win last two Tests’: Waugh back Australia’s decision to replace McSweeney, Hussey poses ‘Bumrah’ question
2 weeks, 3 days ago

‘They want to win last two Tests’: Waugh back Australia’s decision to replace McSweeney, Hussey poses ‘Bumrah’ question

Hindustan Times  

Nathan McSweeney has been dropped from the Australian squad for the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and has been replaced by 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas. So I think the young, more aggressive player will play for sure.” Michael Hussey poses ‘Jasprit Bumrah’ question Meanwhile, Michael Hussey felt that it was unfair on McSweeney as he had to face the likes of Jasprit …

Nathan McSweeney shares Labuschagne's motivational words after Melbourne Test snub
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nathan McSweeney shares Labuschagne's motivational words after Melbourne Test snub

India Today  

Australia batter Nathan McSweeney recently shared Marnus Labuschagne’s comforting words after being dropped from the Australian Test squad. Border Gavaskar Trophy Full Coverage "Marnus particularly told me 'It's not where you start, it's where you end' - it's a part of a journey, a good story will have its ups & downs - a learning curve," said McSweeney after his …

Nathan McSweeney proves his mettle after being dropped from Australia Test squad, does THIS in BBL 2024-25
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nathan McSweeney proves his mettle after being dropped from Australia Test squad, does THIS in BBL 2024-25

Live Mint  

Days after being dropped from the national squad ahead of the fourth Test against team India at Melbourne in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, Australian opener Nathan McSweeney reminded everyone of his class at the Big Bash League match on Sunday. Dropped for his dismal performance and replaced by rookie Sam Konstas, Nathan McSweeney smashed a match-winning 78 off …

McSweeney comes up with perfect response to Australia selectors after getting dropped, scores match-winning 78* in BBL
2 weeks, 3 days ago

McSweeney comes up with perfect response to Australia selectors after getting dropped, scores match-winning 78* in BBL

Hindustan Times  

Having been dropped for the remaining two Tests of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Nathan McSweeney came up with the perfect response at the Big Bash League. McSweeney slammed an unbeaten knock of 78* runs off 49 balls, packed with 10 fours and two sixes, as Brisbane reached 175/7 in 20 overs. Nathan McSweeney ‘devastated’ by Australia selectors' decision McSweeney was …

IND vs AUS: Michael Vaughan advices McSweeney to bat in middle order after snub
2 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Michael Vaughan advices McSweeney to bat in middle order after snub

The Hindu  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan backed Nathan McSweeney make a strong comeback into the Australia side despite getting dropped from the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. I feel for the kid, because of all the people that I’ve seen come into Test cricket over the last 10 years, I don’t think anyone’s been given a harder challenge,” Vaughan said in …

McSweeney had a hard start in his career: Vaughan suggests alternate batting position
2 weeks, 4 days ago

McSweeney had a hard start in his career: Vaughan suggests alternate batting position

India Today  

Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan felt bad for Nathan McSweeney for getting dropped from Australia's Test side. I feel for the kid, because of all the people that I've seen come into Test cricket over the last 10 years, I don't think anyone's been given a harder challenge," Vaughan told Fox Sports. McSweeney smacks 4 fours in an over: read …

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

AUS vs IND: McSweeney vows to ‘work really hard’ after being dropped from Australia squad for final two Tests
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

AUS vs IND: McSweeney vows to ‘work really hard’ after being dropped from Australia squad for final two Tests

The Hindu  

Australian opener Nathan McSweeney admitted that he felt “devastated” after being dropped for the last two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, after making his debut in the opening match of the series. “Yeah, I mean devastated, I get the dream come true and then didn’t quite work the way I wanted,” McSweeney told Channel 7. “But it’s all …

"This could end his career": Michael Clarke slams Australia selectors over McSweeney axing
2 weeks, 5 days ago

"This could end his career": Michael Clarke slams Australia selectors over McSweeney axing

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Former Australia captain Michael Clarke took a shot at the national selectors after Nathan McSweeney was axed from the squad for the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. "This could end his career": Michael Clarke slams Australia selectors over McSweeney axing The Australian selection committee chaired by George Bailey has been under the microscope following …

IND vs AUS: Nathan McSweeney 'devastated' as Boxing Day Test dream shattered
2 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs AUS: Nathan McSweeney 'devastated' as Boxing Day Test dream shattered

India Today  

Australia batter Nathan McSweeney expressed his heartbreak after being dropped for the Boxing Day Test against India in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. I get the dream come true and then didn't quite work out the way I wanted it, but it's all part of it and yeah I'll get the head down and get back in the nets and work …

Australia squad for final two Tests vs India announced: Abbott replaces injured Hazlewood, Konstas earns maiden call-up
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Australia squad for final two Tests vs India announced: Abbott replaces injured Hazlewood, Konstas earns maiden call-up

The Hindu  

Opener Nathan McSweeney was dropped from the Australian squad set to take on India in the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. According to a Cricket Australia press release, McSweeney makes way for Sam Konstas. With the series level at 1-1 and the fourth Test scheduled to commence at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on December 26, the …

BGT: McSweeney dropped, Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad
2 weeks, 6 days ago

BGT: McSweeney dropped, Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: 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 Hazlewood. Paceman …

IND vs AUS: Australia Drop Nathan McSweeney, Call Up 19-Year-Old Sam Konstas For Boxing Day Test In Melbourne
2 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs AUS: Australia Drop Nathan McSweeney, Call Up 19-Year-Old Sam Konstas For Boxing Day Test In Melbourne

ABP News  

IND vs AUS: Australia have dropped opener Nathan McSweeney and replaced him with 19-year-old Sam Konstas in their 15-man squad for the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, scheduled to start from December 26. McSweeney's exclusion is surprising, as although he didn't score big runs, the right-handed batter displayed encouraging signs in patches during the …

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. …

Australia drop Nathan McSweeney for Boxing Day Test, add teenage opener to squad
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Australia drop Nathan McSweeney for Boxing Day Test, add teenage opener to squad

India Today  

Australia dropped their latest Test debutant, Nathan McSweeney, after just the first three matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While the decision to drop 25-year-old Nathan McSweeney after just three Tests has divided opinions, Australia have added the attacking Sam Konstas in a bid to inject some firepower at the top of the order. AUSTRALIA SQUAD FOR LAST 2 TESTS OF …

Ouch! Cricket star is caught out on live TV yelling two words every Aussie bloke would agree with after copping a VERY painful injury
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ouch! Cricket star is caught out on live TV yelling two words every Aussie bloke would agree with after copping a VERY painful injury

Daily Mail  

Vision from the crease will leave many men squirming Cricket star Jake Fraser-McGurk garnered the instant sympathy of countless Aussie blokes as he suffered a sickening blow to the groin on Thursday night when batting in the Big Bash League. Melbourne Renegades opener Fraser-McGurk, 22, copped a Billy Stanlake delivery right where it hurts during the second over in Geelong …

AUS vs IND: Hope I can throw a few more punches at Bumrah at Gabba, says McSweeney
4 weeks, 1 day ago

AUS vs IND: Hope I can throw a few more punches at Bumrah at Gabba, says McSweeney

India Today  

Nathan McSweeney hopes to "throw a few more punches" at Jasprit Bumrah in the third Test at the Gabba after the Indian pacer removed the young Australian opener three times in four innings. "To get a bowler like Jasprit early in my career, it’s not going to get much tougher than that," McSweeney told cricket.com.au. "He got me again in …

BGT: Australia's McSweeney vows to show what he can do after baptism of fire
1 month ago

BGT: Australia's McSweeney vows to show what he can do after baptism of fire

Deccan Chronicle  

Sydney: Australian opener Nathan McSweeney has vowed to "show everyone what I can do" when the second Test against India begins on familiar territory in Adelaide on Friday. "I got two pretty good balls over there in Perth, so I'm not trying to dwell on it too much and look forward to Adelaide," McSweeney told Cricket Australia's media arm. "I've …

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: After mixed emotions about debut, McSweeney gearing up pink-ball challenge in Adelaide
1 month ago

AUS vs IND, 2nd Test: After mixed emotions about debut, McSweeney gearing up pink-ball challenge in Adelaide

The Hindu  

Opener Nathan McSweeney has vowed to show everyone what he can do when the second Test between Australia and India begins on familiar territory in Adelaide on Friday. “I got two pretty good balls over there in Perth, so not try and dwell on it too much and look forward to Adelaide.” With the first Test ending in a 295-run …

Cummins tells McSweeney not to emulate Warner against India
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Cummins tells McSweeney not to emulate Warner against India

Hindustan Times  

Australia captain Pat Cummins Thursday urged new opener Nathan McSweeney not to try and emulate swashbuckling David Warner, while admitting his team had unfinished business with India. Cummins tells McSweeney not to emulate Warner against India The uncapped McSweeney will make his Test bow at Perth Stadium on Friday, parachuted in at the top of the order alongside Usman Khawaja …

Warner backs McSweeney to shine in India series
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warner backs McSweeney to shine in India series

The Hindu  

Former Australia opener David Warner has backed Nathan McSweeney to score the most runs in the test series against India despite the uncapped batsman’s lack of experience as an opener. South Australia captain McSweeney will march out to the middle with Usman Khawaja in the first test at Perth Stadium starting on Friday, having claimed the opening spot vacated by …

Matt Renshaw admits frustration as Nathan McSweeney gets nod for Perth Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Matt Renshaw admits frustration as Nathan McSweeney gets nod for Perth Test

India Today  

Matt Renshaw has admitted that a lot of openers in Australia would have been left frustrated by Nathan McSweeney getting the nod to start the innings in the upcoming Perth Test against India. In the current Sheffield Shield season, McSweeney has been in fine form, amassing 291 runs from four innings at an impressive average of 97, with one century …

George Bailey responds to criticism over Nathan McSweeney’s selection: 'He's got the game to succeed at Test level'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

George Bailey responds to criticism over Nathan McSweeney’s selection: 'He's got the game to succeed at Test level'

Firstpost  

Former Australian opener Ed Cowan was among those questioniny the hosts’ decision to pick McSweeney over the likes of Marcus Harris and Sam Konstas, labeling the decision a “guess”. AP Australian chief selector George Bailey has firmly defended the decision to pick Nathan McSweeney as Usman Khawaja’s opening partner for the opening game of the five-Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India …

Opportunity knocks for unproven McSweeney against India
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Opportunity knocks for unproven McSweeney against India

Hindustan Times  

By Ian Ransom Opportunity knocks for unproven McSweeney against India MELBOURNE - Where David Warner launched himself into Australia's test team with a barrage of power hitting in limited overs cricket, Nathan McSweeney has followed a more conventional path in succeeding the retired opener. Not unlike his overall first class batting record, McSweeney's Shield debut in 2018 was solid but …

Opportunity knocks for unproven McSweeney against India
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Opportunity knocks for unproven McSweeney against India

Hindustan Times  

By Ian Ransom Opportunity knocks for unproven McSweeney against India MELBOURNE, - Where David Warner launched himself into Australia's test team with a barrage of power hitting in limited overs cricket, Nathan McSweeney has followed a more conventional path in succeeding the retired opener. Not unlike his overall first class batting record, McSweeney's Shield debut in 2018 was solid but …

How Australia's debutant McSweeney is planning for 'unique' Bumrah challenge
1 month, 4 weeks ago

How Australia's debutant McSweeney is planning for 'unique' Bumrah challenge

India Today  

Australia's uncapped opener Nathan McSweeney is already deep into his preparation for the formidable challenge in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy: facing India's premier fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah. The series opener, set in Perth, marks McSweeney's anticipated debut, and the young right-hander is meticulously planning how to handle the pace attack led by Bumrah, whose unconventional action and pinpoint accuracy have earned …

"My game is ready...": McSweeney on Australia call-up ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

"My game is ready...": McSweeney on Australia call-up ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne, : South Australian batter Nathan McSweeney, who has been handed a maiden national team call-up for the highly-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India, said that he feels that his game is ready for the Indian challenge. ": McSweeney on Australia call-up ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy Australia included uncapped batter McSweeney as the national side announced a 13-member squad for …

Australia pull off late selection surprises as Test squad revealed for Border-Gavaskar series opener against India
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Australia pull off late selection surprises as Test squad revealed for Border-Gavaskar series opener against India

Hindustan Times  

Australia came up with two late selection surprises as the selectors, on Sunday, revealed the 13-member squad for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series opener against India with the inclusion of two uncapped players in Nathan McSweeney and Josh Inglis. Australia name 13-man squad for Perth opener against India The South Australian earned the edge over fellow specialist openers in Marcus Harris, …

Who is Nathan McSweeney? Queensland batter set to replace David Warner as opener
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Who is Nathan McSweeney? Queensland batter set to replace David Warner as opener

India Today  

One of the biggest question marks ahead of the highly anticipated Test series between India and Australia has been: Who will open for Australia after David Warner's retirement? As another chapter of the Australian summer is about to unfold, Cricket Australia appears to have found their solution in Nathan McSweeney. Who is Nathan McSweeney Nathan McSweeney is a right-handed batter …

AUS vs IND: Nathan McSweeney reveals Travis Head's hilarious welcoming message
1 month, 4 weeks ago

AUS vs IND: Nathan McSweeney reveals Travis Head's hilarious welcoming message

India Today  

Nathan McSweeney, Australia's newest Test opener, is gearing up for a challenging debut in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy, but it's not just the prospect of facing the likes of Jasprit Bumrah that has the 25-year-old buzzing with excitement. McSweeney chuckled as he recounted Head's message: "I just got a text from Travis Head saying: 'I can give you my bat …

McSweeney reacts to Border Gavaskar Test call-up: Mum, dad were super happy
1 month, 4 weeks ago

McSweeney reacts to Border Gavaskar Test call-up: Mum, dad were super happy

India Today  

Nathan McSweeney shared his excitement about being named as Australia’s opener for the first Test against India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth. McSweeney has secured the opening slot for the Perth Test, edging out competition from seasoned openers Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft, as well as promising youngster Sam Konstas. Australia's 1st Test squad announced: Read here "It …

McSweeney named to open for Australia against India in 1st test
1 month, 4 weeks ago

McSweeney named to open for Australia against India in 1st test

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Nathan McSweeney is set to open the batting on debut for Australia against India in the first test of the Border-Gavaskar series in Perth this month after being named in a 13-man squad on Sunday. The selectors played a wild card by also calling up England-born wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis who will captain Australia in the third one-day international …

Uncapped McSweeney in Australia squad for India series opener
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Uncapped McSweeney in Australia squad for India series opener

Hindustan Times  

SYDNEY, - Uncapped Nathan McSweeney has beaten out his rivals to secure the vacant batting spot in the Australia team for the first test against India in Perth later this month. Uncapped McSweeney in Australia squad for India series opener Australia has been engrossed for weeks in a heated debate over who should take the spot left open in the …

Australia's Fraser-McGurk shrugs criticism from Ian Healy, affirms to bat with aggression in 2nd ODI against Pakistan
2 months ago

Australia's Fraser-McGurk shrugs criticism from Ian Healy, affirms to bat with aggression in 2nd ODI against Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Adelaide, : Young top-order batter Jake Fraser-McGurk has fended off criticism from former Test wicketkeeper Ian Healy by declaring that he will continue to adopt an "aggressive approach" with Matthew Short in the second ODI against Pakistan. Australia's Fraser-McGurk shrugs criticism from Ian Healy, affirms to bat with aggression in 2nd ODI against Pakistan Australia sealed a narrow two-wicket win …

Nathan McSweeney selected as opener for Australia A against India A at MCG
2 months ago

Nathan McSweeney selected as opener for Australia A against India A at MCG

ABC  

In-form Nathan McSweeney has one foot in the Test team after being confirmed as opener for the final Australia A game. Why Australia is struggling to find its next opener Photo shows Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja wait to bat during training Each of the leading contenders to partner Usman Khawaja at the top of Australia's Test order has struggled …

Nathan McSweeney top scores for Australia A against India A
2 months, 1 week ago

Nathan McSweeney top scores for Australia A against India A

ABC  

Nathan McSweeney has become the latest Australian Test hopeful to falter in his push for the top-order vacancy, denied a half-century in Australia A's first match with India A. Konstas, Bancroft, Harris fail for Australia A with a Test opening spot up for grabs Photo shows Marcus Harris and Cameron Bancroft running between wickets while out batting Test hopefuls Sam …

Darren Lehmann says final Australian Test cricket spot is down to Nathan McSweeney and Sam Konstas
2 months, 1 week ago

Darren Lehmann says final Australian Test cricket spot is down to Nathan McSweeney and Sam Konstas

ABC  

Good judges insist Australia A captain Nathan McSweeney is on the cusp of Test selection, where an opening slot is up for grabs ahead of the series against India. Former Australia coach Darren Lehmann, who will join ABC Sport's commentary team this summer, has the 25-year-old at the top of his list to replace David Warner as opener, while Test …

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