Sam Konstas Smashes 34 Runs Off Jasprit Bumrah, Hits First Six After 4,484 Balls

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:06am on 26 Dec 2024,Thursday Sports

Australian debutant Sam Konstas stunned Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test, smashing 34 runs off his bowling in a single spell, including a remarkable six. This marked the first six conceded by Bumrah after 4,484 deliveries in Test cricket. Konstas, showcasing fearless batting, reached a 52-ball half-century, unnerving the Indian bowling attack. His aggressive approach, featuring T20-style shots, made him the top scorer in the session. Bumrah, known for his discipline, faced rare punishment as Konstas etched his name in record books by scoring the most runs off him in a single spell.

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