New South Wales’ teenage batting sensation, Sam Konstas, has surged into the spotlight and captured the attention of Australian selectors. He has earned a coveted spot in the Australia ‘A’ team’s squad for the upcoming matches against India ‘A’, further fueling speculation about a potential call-up to the main Test squad.
The 19-year-old opener recently made headlines with a phenomenal performance in the Sheffield Shield. He smashed twin centuries against South Australia, becoming the youngest player to achieve this feat in a Shield match since the legendary Ricky Ponting. This remarkable display showcased his immense talent and potential.
Konstas’ inclusion in the Australia ‘A’ squad comes at a crucial time, as Australia is facing a potential opening for a batsman in the Test squad. All-rounder Cameron Green is currently sidelined with a back injury, creating a vacancy that Konstas is now vying for.
The selectors are likely to consider adding another batsman to the Test squad to cover for Green’s absence. This could also lead to a change at the opening position if Steve Smith, who recently opened in the absence of David Warner, is moved back to his traditional number four spot.
Despite having only five first-class matches under his belt, Konstas joins fellow former Test openers Cameron Bancroft and Marcus Harris in the Australia ‘A’ squad. This signifies the high regard in which selectors hold his talent and potential.
The Australia ‘A’ team is set to face India ‘A’ in two four-day matches in Mackay (October 31-November 4) and Melbourne (November 7-10). These matches will provide Konstas with an excellent opportunity to showcase his skills on a bigger stage and potentially earn a coveted spot in the Australian Test squad for the upcoming series against India.
