Sam Konstas Takes a Break from Social Media to Focus on Cricket Career

Sam Konstas, the 19-year-old Australian cricketer, as he takes a break from social media to focus on his game and make a strong case for the Ashes series.

Sam Konstas is refocusing his efforts to make a strong case for a spot in the Australian team for the upcoming Ashes series. The 19-year-old opener had a tough time in the West Indies, scoring only 50 runs at an average of 8.33, but he's using this experience as a learning opportunity. Konstas believes he can fill the gap left by David Warner's retirement and is determined to prove himself.

To achieve his goal, Konstas has dropped social media to minimize distractions and stay focused on his game. He's setting his sights on scoring a “torrent of runs” in all formats over the next few months, which he believes will give him a strong chance of selection. Konstas has received valuable advice from Australia skipper Pat Cummins on handling the pressures of Test cricket and from veteran Steve Smith on batting techniques.

“I feel like every cricketer is going to go through that. You’re going to have your ups and downs,” he told Sydney's Daily Telegraph.

“One of the Aussie boys was saying even the best players in the world fail 70 per cent and perform 30 per cent of the time. I feel like it’s just a great learning to have and I feel like I’ll become a better cricketer experiencing that.”

Sam Konstas's cricket career has had a rollercoaster ride since his impressive debut. He scored a spectacular 60 off 65 deliveries against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Boxing Day last year, earning him recognition for his aggressive batting style. However, his subsequent test outings haven't quite lived up to that debut performance.

In a bid to refocus and regain his form, Konstas has taken a break from social media. His strategy is to concentrate on upcoming matches, starting with two four-day games in India with Australia A in September. He'll then play for New South Wales in the Sheffield Shield, aiming to build momentum and rediscover his top-scoring ways. By doing so, Konstas hopes to turn his fortunes around and make a strong comeback in the cricket world.

“I think the first few games will be big, but for me, it’s just trying to nail my process and don’t get too fixated about that,” Konstas added.

“I’m just trying to be in the present moment and score runs in whatever format I play. If I tick that off, then let the selectors make their choice.”

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Sam Konstas has received valuable guidance from two Australian cricket legends. Australia skipper Pat Cummins has shared advice on managing the pressures of playing Test cricket, while veteran batsman Steve Smith has provided insights on the batting side of the game. This expert advice is helping Konstas refine his approach and build confidence as he works to resurrect his form.

The highly anticipated Ashes series is set to kick off on November 21, 2025, at Optus Stadium in Perth, where Australia will face off against England in the first of five Test matches. The Perth leg will run from November 21 to 25.

 Here's a breakdown of the series schedule:

• First Test: November 21-25, Optus Stadium, Perth
• Second Test: December 4-8, The Gabba, Brisbane
• Third Test: December 17-21, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
• Fourth Test (Boxing Day Test): December 26-30, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne
• Fifth Test: January 4-8, Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney

This year's Ashes promises to be an exciting contest between two cricket rivals, with Australia looking to defend their title after a thrilling 2023 series. England, under Ben Stokes' leadership, will be eager to challenge Australia's dominance.