Australian opening match Konstas himself Underestimate the importance of facing him on the field with Virat Kohli During the first day of the Boxing Day Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25. Konstas stated that Kohli accidentally collided with him, adding that the incident motivated and excited him for his first innings.
Virat and Konstas were involved in a heated brawl at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Thursday, December 26. The incident occurred after the 10th over when Kohli appeared to have deliberately collided with the 19-year-old opener, who was playing aggressively. Against India's bowlers.
I think Virat Kohli accidentally bumped me – Sam Konstas
Speaking after the first day's play, Sam Konstas revealed that he was simply adjusting his gloves when Kohli accidentally bumped into him. Konstas said the nerves were just part of the game and he was focused on giving his best. He added that he brought out the best in him.
“I was just putting my gloves on. I think he accidentally bumped me. I think it's just cricket, just nerves,” Konstas told the press.
“For me, I was just trying to get into the competition. I was just trying to play the best version of myself against whoever I was up against. The competition was heated at times, which is good for me. I feel like it brings out the best in me. I hope that continues,” he added. In the next rounds.”
Sam Konstas sets the record for most runs against Jasprit Bumrah in the opening spell
Kohli has faced criticism from former cricketers, including… Ricky PontingBecause of his behavior during the match. There was speculation about Kohli receiving a one-match ban for intentional physical contact with Sam Konstas. However, he avoided a ban and was fined 20 percent of the match fee.
After the altercation with Virat Kohli, Sam Konstas took charge Jasprit Bumrah. Konstas scored 18 runs, including a four and a six, in the 11th over. Overall, Konstas made 34 runs from Bumrah's first spell, setting a record for the most runs scored by a batsman against a bowler in an opening spell in Tests.
I was trying to keep my head still and watch the ball – Sam Konstas
Konstas revealed that his slope shots against Jasprit Bumrah were premeditated to disrupt the player's rhythm. He admitted that facing Bumrah for the first time was difficult, but he adapted to the wicket and Bumrah's unique movement, which helped him take some successful shots.
“I think I was used to taking the wicket. It was the first time I had faced him. I was used to his movements. He hit me with my bat a few times, and I was lucky enough to get away from some of them. But, it was a great contest,” said Konstas.
“Yes, definitely premeditated. But I was trying to keep my head still and watch the ball come off my bat. I got a few today,” he added.
