I lost family to Cancer...: Sam Konstas opens up about powerful reason for supporting SCG Pink Test
‘I lost family to Cancer…’: Sam Konstas opens up about powerful reason for supporting SCG Pink Test
Sam Konstas shares the emotional reason behind his support for the SCG Pink Test, revealing his personal loss to cancer and the importance of raising awareness.
'I lost family to Cancer...': Sam Konstas opens up about powerful reason for supporting SCG Pink Test. (Pic Credit-X)
New Delhi: Australia’s rising star, Sam Konstas, shared the personal importance of the Pink Test for him. This charity match supports the McGrath Foundation, which helps breast cancer patients and works towards finding a cure for the disease.
Sam Konstas made a notable debut in international cricket during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where Australia triumphed 3-1. However, it was the fifth and final Test in Sydney, the renowned Pink Test, that held profound personal significance for the young Australian cricketer.
After Australia’s 3-1 series victory, Konstas spoke to Triple M radio about the significance of the Pink Test and shared his personal connection to the cause it supports.
“It’s a special event for the McGrath Foundation. Hopefully, we can raise more awareness and funds because my cousin passed away from leukemia and my grandpa from bowel cancer. I hope we can contribute towards finding a cure,” he shared during his conversation with Triple M.
Konstas’s debut was also marked by a heated exchange with Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah. Tensions flared when Konstas collided with Kohli during a shoulder barge and later mocked the Indian star’s on-field actions.
However, the 19-year-old debutant played down the incident, explaining that the Indian superstar had bumped into him by accident. “Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me; that’s cricket, and such things can happen in the heat of the moment,” said Konstas. “I think emotions got the better of both of us. I didn’t realize it at first, as I was adjusting my gloves, then a little shoulder charge happened, but it’s all part of cricket,” he added.
Australia reclaims Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India faces transition challenges
In a commanding performance, Australia secured a six-wicket victory in the fifth Test on Sunday, knocking India out of the World Test Championship final. This win allowed Australia to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade, leaving India with numerous challenges during a difficult transition period.
Australia triumphed in the five-match series 3-1 and also earned a spot in the World Test Championship final, where they will face South Africa at Lord’s from June 11 to 15.
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