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

Teenager Sam Konstas thrills MCG crowd

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: Teenager Sam Konstas electrified a huge crowd at the MCG in the Boxing Day test yesterday with audacious shots that delivered entertainment in spades. The 19-year-old debutante used a batting style that's been honed in the crash and bash of the T20 cricket but has always been considered too risky for test cricket. Rachel Hayter: She wonders whether younger cricketers who've been blooded in shorter versions of the game will change the nature of test cricket. Chris Wallace : If you see that kind of big bash mentality brought into test cricket via the Konstas of the world, well, it could fundamentally change test cricket.

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Sam Konstas reveals surprise chat with 'legend' Virat Kohli after MCG drama
1 day, 6 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 …

Australia head coach accuses India players of 'intimidating' Sam Konstas, worries about teenager's 'headspace'
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4 days, 19 hours 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 …

Australia coach Andrew McDonald accuses India of trying to 'intimidate' Sam Konstas in SCG Test
5 days, 6 hours 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 …

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

Make Sam Konstas come for a tour of India: Aakash Chopra after batter's SCG antics
6 days, 6 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 Konstas reminds me of 'young bully' Virat Kohli: Gavaskar after SCG antics
6 days, 6 hours 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 …

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

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

The Hindu  

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

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 …

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

MCG Test: India fail to cash in on Bumrah’s brilliance
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1 week, 3 days 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 …

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 …

Sam Konstas Mimics Virat Kohli’s Shoulder-Bump Gesture In IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test | WATCH
1 week, 5 days ago

Sam Konstas Mimics Virat Kohli’s Shoulder-Bump Gesture In IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test | WATCH

ABP News  

Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli have been the centre of attraction in the ongoing India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. While Konstas grabbed attention for his bold fifty on his international debut against bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, and Akash Deep, Virat Kohli found himself in the spotlight for a controversial incident in the …

Jasprit Bumrah reacts to Sam Konstas' enterprising approach on Test debut | WATCH
1 week, 5 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 what he REALLY thinks of Virat Kohli - and explains the strange habit that's seen him get compared to Elvis Presley
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1 week, 6 days ago

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

Daily Mail  

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

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

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

India Today  

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

Sam Konstas was gracious to brush it off: Cricket Australia CEO on Virat Kohli spat
1 week, 6 days ago

Sam Konstas was gracious to brush it off: Cricket Australia CEO on Virat Kohli spat

India Today  

Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley praised teenage debutant Sam Konstas for showing maturity beyond his age and commended him for graciously downplaying his physical altercation with Indian superstar Virat Kohli during the Boxing Day Test. "Not a great look I mean you know physical contact on the cricket field is a complete no-no, so it wasn't great," Hockley told SEN …

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

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

India Today  

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

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 …

Sunil Gavaskar ‘unhappy’ with Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG, says ‘don’t want to see these things’
1 week, 6 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar ‘unhappy’ with Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG, says ‘don’t want to see these things’

Live Mint  

During the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 26, a shoulder-bumping incident between Indian star Virat Kohli and Australian debutant Sam Konstas on Day 1 upset legendary Sunil Gavaskar. Both Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas were involved in a physical confrontation early in the opening session, which created a debate among fans, critics …

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 …

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

Konstas makes Test Cricket history at MCG

ABC  

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

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

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

Live Mint  

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

'It doesn't make you smaller': Sunil Gavaskar unshackled after footage of Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG
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2 weeks ago

'It doesn't make you smaller': Sunil Gavaskar unshackled after footage of Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG

Hindustan Times  

Sunil Gavaskar was not impressed seeing what transpired between Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at the MCG on Thursday. Kohli and Konstas were involved in a physical confrontation early in the opening session, with the former India captain shouldering the Aussie youngster. Drama all around as Virat Kohli …

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 …

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'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 …

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

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

India Today  

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

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

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

India Today  

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

Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli involved in Boxing Day Test collision
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli involved in Boxing Day Test collision

ABC  

One of the most blistering starts to a Test career has clearly rattled India in Melbourne, with Virat Kohli appearing to run into Australian debutant Sam Konstas deliberately. After the 19-year-old NSW batter belted Jasprit Bumarah and Mohammad Siraj around the Melbourne Cricket Ground, former India captain Virat Kohli took matters into his own hands. Five-time umpire of the year …

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

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

ABC  

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

Sam Konstas tore MCC coaching manual to shreds: Ravi Shastri praises debutant
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas tore MCC coaching manual to shreds: Ravi Shastri praises debutant

India Today  

Australian teenager Sam Konstas made an unforgettable Test debut, drawing widespread admiration for his fearless and audacious batting against one of the game’s top bowlers, Jasprit Bumrah. “I don’t think anyone has taken or treated Bumrah like that in any format, let alone red-ball cricket,” Shastri told Star Sports. He tore that MCC coaching manual to shreds.” Shastri went on …

ICC likely to punish Virat Kohli for shouldering Sam Konstas: Sources
2 weeks ago

ICC likely to punish Virat Kohli for shouldering Sam Konstas: Sources

India Today  

The International Cricket Council is set to review the on-field altercation involving batting star Virat Kohli and Australian teenage debutant Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Kohli appeared to deliberately bump into the young Sam Konstas, who had been aggressively taking on the Indian fast bowlers after Australia won the toss and chose to …

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

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

India Today  

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

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

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

India Today  

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

Sam Konstas: The young and the fearless
2 weeks ago

Sam Konstas: The young and the fearless

Hindustan Times  

Melbourne: Australia desperately want someone to counter Jasprit Bumrah. Australia batter Sam Konstas, 18, who is set to make his Test debut in the fourth Test against India starting at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. Sam Konstas, all of 11 first-class matches old, backs himself — for he doesn’t know what fear is yet, and against Bumrah that might …

Boxing Day Test: Ricky Ponting backs 'talented' Sam Konstas to shine on debut
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Boxing Day Test: Ricky Ponting backs 'talented' Sam Konstas to shine on debut

India Today  

Australia great Ricky Ponting has backed talented debutant Sam Konstas to seize any opportunity that comes his way during the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India. "I've seen a lot, there's a lot of talent there, no doubt about it," Ponting told The ICC Review. Playing for the Prime Minister's XI in a two-day match against the touring …

Border Gavaskar Trophy: India vs Australia fourth Test: Australia Head coach Andrew McDonald press conference in Melbourne on December 24, 2024
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Border Gavaskar Trophy: India vs Australia fourth Test: Australia Head coach Andrew McDonald press conference in Melbourne on December 24, 2024

The Hindu  

In the season to be jolly, Sam Konstas has found his Christmas gift. A Test debut for Australia in a Boxing Day Test Melbourne is a huge step and the host’s coach Andrew McDonald confirmed to the media that the 19-year-old will pair up with Usman Khawaja atop the order. We believe Nathan is good enough for Test level but …

Teen Konstas to open for Australia in Boxing Day India Test
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Teen Konstas to open for Australia in Boxing Day India Test

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: Teen batter Sam Konstas is set to make a dream debut at the MCG during the Boxing Day Test against India even as an injury cloud looms over prolific run-getter Travis Head, who suffered a quadriceps muscle strain during the third game at the Gabba.Konstas, 19, will become the 468th Australian men's Test cricketer to don the Baggy Green …

Sam Konstas set to make Test debut at MCG, injury cloud over Travis Head
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sam Konstas set to make Test debut at MCG, injury cloud over Travis Head

The Hindu  

Teen batter Sam Konstas is set to make a dream debut at the MCG during the Boxing Day Test against India even as an injury cloud looms over prolific run-getter Travis Head, who suffered a quadriceps muscle strain during the third game at the Gabba. Mr. Konstas, 19, will become the 468th Australian men's Test cricketer to don the Baggy …

Sam Konstas set to make Test debut at MCG, injury cloud over Travis Head
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sam Konstas set to make Test debut at MCG, injury cloud over Travis Head

The Hindu  

Teen batter Sam Konstas is set to make a dream debut at the MCG during the Boxing Day Test against India even as an injury cloud looms over prolific run-getter Travis Head, who suffered a quadriceps muscle strain during the third game at the Gabba. Mr. Konstas, 19, will become the 468th Australian men's Test cricketer to don the Baggy …

Sam Konstas Confirmed To Debut In IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test, Australia Sweat Over Travis Head's Fitness
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

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

ABP News  

Sam Konstas is set to make his Test debut in the India vs Australia Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, scheduled to get underway on December 26. Australian men’s cricket team head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed the 19-year-old opener will feature in the Australia’s 11 in the fourth IND vs AUS Test of the five-match Test series. Age …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Konstas debut confirmed in Boxing Day clash, Head remains a doubt
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Konstas debut confirmed in Boxing Day clash, Head remains a doubt

The Hindu  

Australia’s Sam Konstas will start the fourth Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, becoming the 468th Australian men’s Test player on Boxing Day. Coach Andrew McDonald confirmed on Christmas Eve that Konstas would make his Test debut, with the 19-year-old set to become the youngest debutant since 18-year-old Pat Cummins in Johannesburg in 2011. “I think he’ll be …

AUS vs IND: Australian teenager Sam Konstas to debut in Boxing Day Test vs India
2 weeks, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND: Australian teenager Sam Konstas to debut in Boxing Day Test vs India

India Today  

Australian coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that 19-year-old Sam Konstas will debut in the iconic Boxing Day Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Konstas will also join the elite ranks as the fourth-youngest Test cricketer for Australia and the youngest since current captain Pat Cummins debuted in 2011. "He's in a good place with his game at the …

Excited to challenge myself and face Jasprit Bumrah: Sam Konstas
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Excited to challenge myself and face Jasprit Bumrah: Sam Konstas

India Today  

Young Australia batter Sam Konstas is excited about the prospect of facing star India speedster Jasprit Bumrah in the fourth Test against India in Melbourne beginning from December 26. However, he will be facing the menacing India speedster Jasprit Bumrah with the new ball. Konstas' brilliant run of form Konstas didn’t have a memorable outing in his first game after …

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 …

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 …

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