Jhye Richardson and Sam Konstas Ready for Boxing Day Test

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Jhye Richardson and Sam Konstas Ready for Boxing Day Test

As the Border-Gavaskar Test series between Australia and India reaches its crucial phase, several key developments have emerged ahead of the fourth Test. Jhye Richardson, the West Australian speedster, has been added to the Australia squad as an extra pace option following a series-ending calf injury to Josh Hazlewood. Richardson expressed his surprise at the call-up, given his gradual build-up to long-form cricket this season. Despite this, he is feeling `really good` and is ready for an international comeback if the opportunity arises.

Another significant inclusion in the Australian squad is 19-year-old Sam Konstas, who is set to make his Test debut at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Konstas will open the batting alongside Usman Khawaja and is eager to face India's premier pacer, Jasprit Bumrah. The young batsman is confident in his abilities, having scored 718 runs at 42.23 in 11 first-class matches since his debut for New South Wales last year.

The series is currently tied at 1-1, with India aiming to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and secure a spot in their third successive World Test Championship (WTC) final. The fourth Test, scheduled from December 26-30 at the MCG, promises to be a thrilling encounter with both teams looking to gain the upper hand.

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