Who is Sam Konstas?
Sam Konstas is an Australian Cricketer. Sam Konstas is a Right-handed Batsman. Konstas has made his debut from Australian team against India on December 26, 2024. Currently, Sam Konstas is playing only test matches from Australia.
In his Debut match, Konstas had taken a fight with The Virat Kohli, and because of that both of them are fined of their 20% of the Match Fee.
Early-life Of Sam Konstas
Sam Konstas was born on October 02, 2005 in Kogarah situated in New South Wales in Australia. Konstas is an Australian Of Greek Descents. Konstas has started playing cricket at very young age.
Career Of Sam Konstas
In July 2023, Konstas was called up to the Australia Under-19 cricket team for a tour to England, where they competed against their English counterparts. He marked a significant milestone in his career by making his first-class debut for Australia against Tasmania in November 2023. Just a month later, Konstas signed his first professional contract with the Sydney Thunder, further solidifying his place in the Australian cricket scene. In December 2023, he was named to represent Australia in the 2024 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, where he showcased his talent by scoring a brilliant 108 runs off 121 balls against the West Indies.
Konstas’ rise continued with a standout performance in first-class cricket. In October 2024, he notched his maiden century in a match against South Australia, scoring 152 runs from 241 balls. In a remarkable feat, he achieved another century in the second innings, becoming the youngest player in the Sheffield Shield since Ricky Ponting in 1993 to do so.
After a stellar start to the 2024-25 Sheffield Shield season, Konstas was selected for the India A tour of Australia. In the second unofficial Test, he played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 73 runs in the second innings. But, helping his team secure a crucial victory alongside teammate Beau Webster.
In December 2024, Konstas made an impressive appearance for the Prime Minister’s XI in a 46-over match against India A. He scored a commanding 107 runs off 97 balls, hitting 14 boundaries and a six. While facing world-class bowlers such as Mohammed Siraj and Ravindra Jadeja.
Big Bash League
Konstas then made his Big Bash League debut for the Sydney Thunder in the 2024-25 season, playing against the Adelaide Strikers. In a stunning display, he broke the record for the fastest fifty in Thunder history, reaching the mark in just 20 balls. He finished his innings with 56 runs, including eight fours and two sixes.
On December 20, 2024, Konstas’ meteoric rise further cemented. Later on, When he has named in the Australian 15-man Test squad for the prestigious. Boxing Day Test against India. He presented with his Baggy Green cap by former Australian captain Mark Taylor. In his Test debut, Konstas opened the batting and scored a rapid 60 runs, showcasing his aggressive style of play with several ramp shots. His 50 runs came off just 52 balls, making it the third-fastest half-century by an Australian debutant in Test cricket. Konstas’ debut a promising start to what expected to be an exciting international career.
Controversy with Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli Fined for Physical Altercation with Sam Konstas
Virat Kohli has fined 20% of his match fee and handed one demerit point following an altercation with Australian debutant Sam Konstas on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test. The incident occurred early in the match when both players collided on the field.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) issued a statement confirming that Kohli had breached Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which prohibits any form of inappropriate physical contact. The specific regulation states that players may be charge if they deliberately, recklessly. Or negligently collide with another player or umpire.
No formal hearing required as Kohli accepted the proposed sanctions from the Match Referee, Andy Pycroft.
Family Of Sam Konstas
Sam Konstas has not given any information about his family anywhere.
Relationship Of Sam Konstas
Sam Konstas has not given any information about his Relationship anywhere. It seems that he is in a relationship.
