No restrictions: Green maps out Ashes bowling plan Star allrounder Cam Green says he's not feeling apprehensive ahead of his return to match bowling for the first time in 12 months. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Who is this clown? How Konstas won Langer over Sam Konstas is being urged to embrace his attacking identity as the rising star attempts to win a spot at the top of the order for this summer's Ashes series. AAP · Oct 2, 2025
'Runs': Lyon has simple advice for Konstas before Ashes Nathan Lyon will captain NSW for the first time when the Sheffield Shield starts this weekend and he will not be heaping advice onto teammate Sam Konstas. AAP · Oct 1, 2025
In-form Aussie McSweeney remains open for business Nathan McSweeney has claimed opening bragging rights after scoring twin half-centuries for Australia A in their four-day loss against India A in Lucknow. AAP · Sep 26, 2025
Konstas red ink at Lucknow run-fest ends in draw Ashes aspirant Sam Konstas was unbeaten in Australia A's brief second innings before rain arrived and their four-day clash with India A ended in a draw. AAP · Sep 19, 2025
Hard toil for Aussies as India bring their A game It has been hard work for bowlers in the four-day clash between Australia A and India A at Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. AAP · Sep 18, 2025
Philippe goes bang as Australia A post monster total Australia A have declared at 6-532 from 98 overs in their four-day match against India A in Lucknow, with Josh Philippe and Sam Konstas starring. AAP · Sep 17, 2025
Konstas conquers mental demons to post Test statement Sam Konstas' early-season statement to Test selectors came with a balance of patience and aggression while playing for Australia A in India. AAP · Sep 16, 2025
Don't forget me: Konstas sends reminder to selectors Sam Konstas is making the most of his opportunity with Australia A in India, scoring a ton on the opening day of their match with India A. AAP · Sep 16, 2025
'Learn more from failure': Khawaja's advice for Konstas Usman Khawaja says Sam Konstas must blaze his own trail to the top of Test cricket but insists the power of the mind and learning from failure is paramount. AAP · Sep 15, 2025
Critics be damned: Konstas makes key tweak before Ashes Sam Konstas heads to India oblivious to outside noise and criticism as he ditches social media and confirms his determination to play his way with no regrets. AAP · Sep 9, 2025
Tasmanian challenging Sam Konstas for Test spot Teenage opener Sam Konstas is fighting to keep his spot for the Ashes, while Tasmanian Jake Weatherald is pressing his claims for an Ashes debut. AAP · Aug 7, 2025
Australia’s selectors took a punt on Sam Konstas as Test opener – and he is left with the debt There was no firm basis to pick the teenager to begin with, but having done so, his only chance of success was to be backed as though there was The Guardian - AU · Jul 17, 2025
McSweeney the shining star as Sri Lanka A secure draw The Australia A-Sri Lanka A four-day clash in Darwin has ended in a draw, but Nathan McSweeney can be proud of his work with the Ashes on the horizon. AAP · Jul 16, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Jul 15, 2025 Brutal Mitchell Starc spell one to remember amid Australia batters’ tour to forget The left-arm fast bowler claimed a record-breaking six-wicket haul in the third Test against the West Indies to celebrate his milestone match in style
The Guardian - AU · Jul 14, 2025 Cameron Green plays lone hand as Australia batting woes worsen in West Indies Australia collapse under lights to reach 99 for 6 with a lead of 181 runs at stumps after bowlers on both sides wreak havoc on day two of the third Test
The Guardian - AU · Jul 13, 2025 Pressure mounts on Konstas and Khawaja as Australia collapse against West Indies Australia openers again fail to fire as tourists are all out for 225 before West Indies reach 16-1 at stumps on day one at Sabina Park
AAP · Jul 10, 2025 Those days are gone: Australia play down low returns Australia's faltering top order are set to face a tough test under lights in Jamaica, but coaching staff say critics are missing the wider point.
The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025 Teenage opener Sam Konstas backed by Australia skipper Pat Cummins despite West Indies struggles The 19-year-old has endured a tricky tour of the Caribbean so far but retains his captain’s backing
AAP · Jul 5, 2025 Green finds form as Australia eye series win in Windies Struggling in his early days as a No.3, Cameron Green has peeled off an important fifty to help put Australia 254 ahead of West Indies in Grenada.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 4, 2025 Scrutiny of Sam Konstas ramps up as West Indies keep second Test alive Australia’s top order has more question marks than the Riddler’s pants after Konstas and Usman Khawaja again failed to deliver
The Guardian - AU · Jul 3, 2025 Carey and Webster steady Australia after more batting woe in West Indies Half-centuries to Beau Webster and Alex Carey have helped Australia to 286 after batting first in the second Test against the West Indies in Grenada
AAP · Jul 2, 2025 Aussie star set to make quick return for Windies Test Steve Smith is set to bat with a splint on his dislocated finger when he returns for Australia's second Test against the West Indies in Grenada.
AAP · Jun 29, 2025 Patient Aussies back teen opener to learn key lesson Australia's new-look top order failed to fire in Barbados but coach Andrew McDonald has vowed to take a patient approach with recalled opener Sam Konstas.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 29, 2025 Beau Webster’s dependability should give heart to Australia’s Test hopefuls new and old Sam Konstas has been backed to open again and can look to Webster’s example of composure and calm at the crease