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I think Konstas might be getting a bit carried away with this new persona. Even Shane Watson, who knows him well, has remarked that this behavior is surprising, as Konstas is usually a quiet and reserved person. It seems like his teammates may have encouraged this aggressive approach, but it’s something he’ll need to manage as his reputation grows. Whether in the short term or long term, if Konstas continues to be seen as a stirrer, he’ll be the one the opposition targets,
Konstas has suddenly become a figure who gets under the skin of the opposition. He did it in the first innings when no one expected it, and in the second innings, Bumrah had the perfect reply by getting him out,
It's not about the batting; it's about what happens on the field when someone’s behaviour stirs things up. It reminds me of a young Kohli who is upfront and provocative, drawing reactions from the opposition. That’s exactly what we saw here. Just before the delivery that dismissed him, Sam Konstas had something to say to Jasprit Bumrah—something that really wasn’t his business at that stage. Naturally, Bumrah and the rest of the team responded, and things escalated from there,
I wouldn't say it was a bad score... it's still a very competitive score because the way the ball is moving now, there's a lot of help for the bowlers,
said Pant, who called Rohit's omission "emotional". Think there’s definitely a method to go about batting on this wicket. But Jasprit is a world-class bowler and there is no doubt he’s going to challenge our whole batting group. He’s phenomenal with his lengths and lines, it is going to be tough on a wicket that will offer a fair bit for him.”
Speaking about his highly-anticipated face-off with Bumrah on Day 2, Webster said (Sam’s) a very confident young man, and that’s what they do these days these youngsters, they get after it. He’s got all the skills and all the talented to back it up, so hopefully has a really good day tomorrow and puts a few runs on the board,
Usman had it all under control, what he didn’t need was the distraction of having to settle his partner down at the non strikers end!”
When I realised that I go overboard, to control that I consciously worked on it,
Sam Konstas is the biggest teenage prick cricket has seen in quite a long time.”
Konstas may soon become the most disliked player in both dressing rooms if he doesn’t reign himself in very quickly. There’s a fine line between confidence and boorish arrogance,
I feel they had a little chitchat; they wanted to waste some time. I feel that's the reason Konstas had a conversation with Jasprit Bumrah,
Pant told reporters at the post-day press conference What is your problem?"
The pacer, who has taken 31 wickets in the ongoing series, was heard saying Our captain has shown leadership by opting to rest in this game,
I thought all the bowlers were really good. To bowl them out for under 200 was an excellent day,
said Australia’s debutant all-rounder Beau Webster, who conceded it may not be the highest-scoring surface I’m not really sure what a good score is just yet, until both teams bat on it,
This is bullshit, ... You take your time, Smithy, no-one says anything to you."
Smith remarked, ... to which Gill retorted Take your time Smithy, ... Yeah I will.”
Labuschagne then says to Smith ... to which ... which his partner responded Hardik has the knack for leading in high-pressure situations, and his experience as an all-rounder and leader makes him an ideal choice for an ICC tournament like the Champions Trophy,
Gill needs more grooming to mature into a leader, and SKY's ODI performances haven't been convincing enough. Hardik remains the most balanced option to lead India in ODIs if Rohit is unavailable,
I believe the official word is that he has opted to rest. Will fans accept that? This is the guy who didn't play in the first Test, didn't play domestic cricket before the New Zealand series. If anyone needs rest is the captain who is playing this Test,
