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Konstas himselfa 19-year-old Australian debutantimpressed in his Test match on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on December 26. The young batsman showed exceptional composure and skill, smashing a quick 60 from 65 balls to become the second youngest Australian to score a Test 50. His knock, with six boundaries and five long sixes by one, it gave Australia a boost before they fell. Ravindra Jadeja cheating in the 20th over, he was trapped LBW while trying to challenge.
The clash between Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli
Konstas first was amazing with his batting and the tension on the court that showed interest. A play took place in 10 pastarting with the exchange of words between Konstas and Mohammed Siraj. The Indian pacer, after beating Konstas and bringing a sharp one, directed a few words of fire at the youngster. Konstas, showing no fear, responded by smashing a boundary off the next ball, showing his intent with his batting and his words.
Things took a turn for the worse Virat Kohliplaying in the middle of the game, he joined them. As Konstas walked to the non-striker’s end after the over, he and Kohli inadvertently bumped shoulders, leading to intense stares and an exchange of words. Things got so bad that the referee took action Michael Gough and Usman KhawajaKonstas’s first friend. Khawaja put his arm around Kohli’s shoulder as Gough spoke to all the players, ensuring the game resumed without disruption.
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-Sunil Gavaskar (@gavaskar_theman) December 26, 2024
Kohli and Konstas come together and bond 👀#AUSWIN pic.twitter.com/adb09clEqd
– 7Cricket (@7Cricket) December 26, 2024
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Despite the struggle, Konstas remained focused and played fearlessly, especially against the Indian captain. Jasprit Bumrah. Utilizing the classic style and skill of shooting shots, Konstas has time and again baffled the Indian batsmen. His use of foot shots and strong front-foot drives show his flexibility and maturity, qualities not often seen in the starting lineup.
Konstas’ stay at the crease ended when Jadejawith the accuracy of his mark, he got rid of him on the second ball of his magic. Although his innings ended prematurely, it was enough to lay a solid foundation for Australia, leaving the Indian batsmen looking for early wins.
Usman Khawaja takes a strong catch as Konstas falls before lunch
After the dismissal of Konstas, who struck an impressive 60 off 65 balls, Australia continued their unbeaten run against India on Day 1 of the fourth Test in Melbourne. Khawaja set the innings and half-century record, reaching 50 off 101 balls, while Marnus Labuschagne joined him and added 12 runs off 40 balls at lunch. India were able to tighten their lines after the dismissal, and Akash Deep Delivering economic spells and Jadeja struck at a crucial time. At lunch, Australia stood at 112/1 in 25 oversestablishing a strong platform for the first major threat.
