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

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Nathan McSweeney proves his mettle after being dropped from Australia Test squad, does THIS in BBL 2024-25
1 day, 8 hours 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 …

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McSweeney had a hard start in his career: Vaughan suggests alternate batting position
2 days, 1 hour 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 …

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

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

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Teenager Konstas added to Australia squad for final 2 tests against India
3 days, 20 hours 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 …

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IND vs AUS: Australia Drop Nathan McSweeney, Call Up 19-Year-Old Sam Konstas For Boxing Day Test In Melbourne
3 days, 20 hours 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 …

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IND vs AUS: Why did Australia pick 19-year-old debutant Sam Konstas for Boxing Day Test?
4 days, 1 hour 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 …

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Australia drop squad bombshell, make a few changes for final two Tests against India; bring in Sam Konstas
4 days, 1 hour ago

Australia drop squad bombshell, make a few changes for final two Tests against India; bring in Sam Konstas

India TV News  

Australia have axed three-Test-old opener, Nathan McSweeney, after no show in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series against India in a ruthless call. McSweeney failed to cross 10 in five of the six innings he played in the first three Tests against India in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane was left out for the 19-year-old New South Wales opening batter, Sam Konstas, who …

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Who is Sam Konstas? 19-year-old Australian opener set for Boxing Day Test debut
4 days, 1 hour 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 …

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Australia selector explains 'very difficult decision' of dropping Nathan McSweeney
4 days, 1 hour ago

Australia selector explains 'very difficult decision' of dropping Nathan McSweeney

India Today  

Australia’s chid selector George Bailey has addressed the decision to replace Nathan McSweeney with 19-year-old Sam Konstas for the Boxing Day Test against India, explaining that the move was intended to bring a "point of difference" to the squad. Australia recently announced their 15-member team for the final two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with Konstas coming in for Mcsweeny, …

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

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Sam Konstas expresses desire to face Jasprit Bumrah after century in warm up game
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sam Konstas expresses desire to face Jasprit Bumrah after century in warm up game

India Today  

Young Australian batter Sam Konstas expressed his desire to face India’s premier speedster Jasprit Bumrah after his magnificent hundred during warm-up fixture. Further speaking ahead, Konstas revealed that he’s been training under the former Australia captain Tim Paine and shared his advice on how to approach a 46-over game. Nathan McSweeney pipped Sam Konstas for selection in Australian side Konstas …

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Who is Sam Konstas? All you need to know about Prime Minister's XI opener who scored 100 against India in practice match
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Who is Sam Konstas? All you need to know about Prime Minister's XI opener who scored 100 against India in practice match

Hindustan Times  

Right-handed batter Sam Konstas, who is just 19 years old, made everyone take notice of his talent as he smashed a stunning century against India for Australia Prime Minister's XI in the pink-ball practice game at the Manuka Oval in Canberra. His innings helped Prime Minister's XI post 240 runs in the 46 overs-per-side contest after rain played spoilsport on …

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McSweeney is well equipped: Ryan Harris backs him to deliver
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

McSweeney is well equipped: Ryan Harris backs him to deliver

New Indian Express  

MELBOURNE: Nathan McSweeney may have struggled on his Test debut, but former Australian fast bowler Ryan Harris has backed the young opener to deliver in the second game against India, calling him "well-equipped" for the role. "For now, I think he's the best person for it but like everyone, he needs to score runs," Harris, who coaches McSweeney in the …

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Test hopeful Sam Konstas helps Australia A navigate tricky run chase as fellow batting contenders fall cheaply
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Test hopeful Sam Konstas helps Australia A navigate tricky run chase as fellow batting contenders fall cheaply

ABC  

Australia A won the day — and the match — but more failures in the top order against India A on Saturday added to the intrigue over Test squad selections. Marcus Harris was caught behind for a golden duck after lunch at the MCG and out-of-sorts No.3 Cameron Bancroft went the next ball, trapped lbw also for a golden duck. …

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Nathan McSweeney selected as opener for Australia A against India A at MCG
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

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Konstas, Bancroft, Harris fail for Australia A with a Test opening spot up for grabs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Konstas, Bancroft, Harris fail for Australia A with a Test opening spot up for grabs

ABC  

Test hopefuls Sam Konstas and Cameron Bancroft have been dismissed for ducks batting for Australia A in a major blow for their international ambitions. Cummins hoping Australia can capitalise on India's struggles Photo shows Pat Cummins givning hand signals while captaining in the cricket field Pat Cummins believes India's historic first series loss to New Zealand at home could deliver …

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Darren Lehmann says final Australian Test cricket spot is down to Nathan McSweeney and Sam Konstas
1 month, 3 weeks 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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