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India vs Australia: “He Is Mad” – Steve Smith Slams Konstas for His Fiery Attitude in Boxing Day Test!

Sam Konstas, the 19-year-old Australian opener, gained attention during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy's fourth Test at the MCG for his fiery attitude and on-field exchanges, notably with Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Konstas, known for his aggressive batting and energy, became a fan favorite. Steve Smith praised his boldness, calling him an exciting young talent in Australian cricket.

Steve Smith praised Sam Konstas' boldness, calling him an exciting young talent.
Image: Steve Smith praised Sam Konstas' boldness, calling him an exciting young talent / © The West Australian

Being a debutant and being fearless is what describes Australia’s 19-year-old superstar Sam Konstas, who made a remarkable impact during the fourth Test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Konstas, an aggressive right-handed opener, gained attention for his fiery on-field demeanor, which included spirited exchanges with Indian players like Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal.

One of the highlights was when Konstas mimicked Kohli’s infamous “shoulder barge”, a moment that became a talking point during the Test. Moreover, his 60 runs innings in the first innings of the 4th Test match will always have an impact on the Indian team for the upcoming games too.

Throughout the five days of the match, Konstas displayed infectious energy, engaging with fans by posing for photos, signing autographs, and rallying the crowd. In his post-match comments, Steve Smith praised Konstas for his bold attitude and contributions to the team, calling him an exciting young talent. Konstas’ debut performance, both with the bat and his fearless attitude, has made him one of the most promising players in Australian cricket, perfectly fitting the team’s aggressive style of play.

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