Mark Waugh: ‘They’re not worrying about the future’ Waugh on Sam Konstas replacing Nathan McSweeney in Australia squad | Cricket News – Times of India

Mark Waugh: ‘They’re not worrying about the future’ Waugh on Sam Konstas replacing Nathan McSweeney in Australia squad | Cricket News – Times of India

Sam Konstas and Nathan McSweeney Australia’s decision to replace Nathan McSweeney with Sam Konstas for the remainder of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has drawn criticism for its apparent focus on short-term gains. The move comes after McSweeney, who was recently paired with Usman Khawaja as an opener, was axed following just three matches in the ongoing…

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‘Mum was in tears, I was trying not to cry’: Sam Konstas reflects on emotional Test call-up | Cricket News – Times of India

‘Mum was in tears, I was trying not to cry’: Sam Konstas reflects on emotional Test call-up | Cricket News – Times of India

Sam Konstas (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images) Teenage batting sensation Sam Konstas has expressed his joy and gratitude after being named in Australia’s 15-member squad for the final two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. The 19-year-old is on the verge of a historic Test debut. Konstas received the life-changing news while practicing in…

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‘Like to throw something different at India’: Australia chief selector defends changes in squad before Boxing Day Test | Cricket News – Times of India

‘Like to throw something different at India’: Australia chief selector defends changes in squad before Boxing Day Test | Cricket News – Times of India

Sam Konstas (Photo Credit: X) NEW DELHI: Ahead of the Boxing Day Test against India, Australian selectors have called up uncapped teenager Sam Konstas, aiming to inject a fresh dynamic into their top-order batting. Selection chair George Bailey explained the decision, emphasizing the need for a different approach to counter India’s formidable pace attack. Bailey…

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