Meet Sam Konstas - Australia's Young Cricket Prodigy

By RAJRISHI ROY 23rd December,2024

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Sam made headlines with a score of 107 for the Prime Minister's XI versus India, demonstrating his ability on the big stage.

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On December 17, Konstas made a stunning Big Bash League (BBL) debut for the Sydney Thunder against the Adelaide Strikers, hitting a half-century off just 20 deliveries, the youngest player to score fifty on debut in BBL

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Sam hopes to make his Test debut against India on Boxing Day, thanks to the encouragement of teammates such as Pat Cummins.

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Replacing Nathan McSweeney after a string of low scores, Sam's inclusion in the team signals a bright future for Australian cricket IMAGE: GETTY IMAGES

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The cricket world is paying close attention as Sam Konstas prepares for his prospective debut. What heights will this youthful genius achieve? IMAGE: GETTY IMAGES