Konstas To Stay With Sydney Thunder For Four Years (Source: @MSDianMrigu/x.com)
Cricket has always been a stage for dream-come-true stories, and for Sam Konstas, it’s no different. Ahead of the upcoming Big Bash League season, Konstas turned his dream into reality with hard work and passion.
The promising Australian youngster has signed a four-year contract with Sydney Thunder. Till BBL 2028- 29, Konstas is set to represent his dream team.
Konstas Locks In With Sydney Thunder For Four Years
After Australia lifted the prestigious Under-19 World Cup last year, Aussie youngster Sam Konstas grabbed headlines with his brilliance, which paved the way for his Test debut against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Along with that, Konstas unlocked the deal with his dream team as Sydney Thunder signed him for the BBL 2024-25.
The youngster stunned the world on his BBL debut as he smashed the fastest half-century for the team and also became the youngest player to smash a BBL half-century. The franchise is impressed by his heroics and has rewarded the rising star with a four-year extension. He will continue wearing the Sydney Thunder's jersey through the 2028-29 season.
From supporting the team as a fan to extending a four-year contract, Konstas described it as ‘exciting’. Konstas said, “I remember being a fan in the stands watching my heroes like Davey (Warner), Michael Hussey, and Andre Russell play for Thunder, so to re-sign for another four seasons is very exciting. I just try to enjoy it – and I want that to inspire kids.”
“I want to give back as much as I can, whether that’s signing autographs or getting out into the community,” he added.
Copeland Praises Konstas
Sam Konstas has shown he’s destined for bigger things since stepping onto the BBL stage. In five matches in the last season, 122 runs with two brilliant half-centuries. Speaking on the big step, Sydney Thunder’s General Manager, Trent Copeland, expressed confidence in the youngster’s bright future with the franchise.
“Since I started in this role, it’s been remarkable to watch Sam’s progression. This deal is huge in terms of tenure, and we see it as part of a journey that will hopefully make him a Thunder player for life,” he added.
However, in the last limited-overs series against the West Indies, Konstas struggled with his form. As the high-voltage Ashes is coming up later next year, Konstas is working hard to secure a place in Australia’s squad.
