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Cummins lauds Konstas after epic Boxing Day Test debut – Warner questions why it took teen to lead the way
The impact of Sam Konstas’s Test debut goes well beyond the 19-year-old’s audacious ramp shots and impressive first-innings 60. Australian captain Pat Cummins has praised Konstas for his no-fear attitude, …
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Australia wear down India on last day to win epic Test
Australia have won an all-time classic Test, taking seven wickets in the final session at the MCG to defeat India by 184 runs and go 2-1 up in the Border-Gavaskar …
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Australia-India smash Bradman-era crowd record at MCG
Captain Pat Cummins has struck twice in an over to give Australia a fighting chance of pulling off a famous Boxing Day Test win against India. Chasing a MCG record …
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MCG could see one of Test cricket’s most memorable days after Konstas ‘got under’ Bumrah’s skin
A gritty 10th-wicket stand between Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland has pushed Australia’s lead to 333, ensuring India face a record run-chase at the MCG if they are to win …
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Star quick Bumrah again destroys Australia’s top-order
Jasprit Bumrah has produced another classic spell to decimate Australia’s top-order and give India a fighting chance of pulling off a special Boxing Day Test win. The Indian pace sensation …
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Kid Konstas, King Kohli involved in Boxing Day flare-up
Indian star Virat Kohli has been fined after admitting to bump Australian teen sensation Sam Konstas during a dramatic opening to the Boxing Day Test. The ICC also confirmed on …
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Cricket’s Greek hero Sam Konstas 60 over 65 balls
Teenager Sam Konstas made a historic debut for Australia in the Boxing Day Test against India at the MCG, opening the batting in front of a packed crowd. By noon, …
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Konstas to debut at MCG, Head not certain to play
Sam Konstas will make his Test debut on Boxing Day, with Australia coach Andrew McDonald declaring the teenager a certain starter. After being called into the squad in place of …
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Sam Konstas prepares for potential Boxing Day Test debut
Sam Konstas’s prospects of a Boxing Day Test debut for Australia are gaining momentum, with the 19-year-old opener taking significant steps to prepare for the challenge of facing India’s Jasprit …
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Teenager Sam Konstas earns call-up to Aussie Test squad
Sam Konstas is set for a whirlwind Test debut after being called up for the final two matches of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the expense of Nathan McSweeney. Teenage batting …