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Nathan McSweeney Dropped, Sam Konstas Called Up

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Selectors dropped opener Nathan McSweeney in December 2024. Teenager Sam Konstas, 19, was called into the Test squad.

Key Facts

  • McSweeney was dropped
  • Sam Konstas, 19, was called up
  • The squad had 15 players
  • Also named: Jhye Richardson, Sean Abbott, Scott Boland and Beau Webster

The Changes

Konstas had been scoring big runs this summer. Selectors chose him for the Boxing Day Test squad.

Who Else Was Named

Jhye Richardson, Sean Abbott, Scott Boland and Beau Webster were in the squad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was dropped?

Nathan McSweeney.

How old was Konstas?

19.

How many in the squad?

15.

Conclusion

It was a big chance for a young player.

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