Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden marked the 18th anniversary of Andrew Symonds’ maiden Test century with a heartfelt post, drawing parallels to debutant Sam Konstas’ fearless innings

Sam Konstas's debut innings in the Boxing Day Test against India at the MCG drew comparisons to Andrew Symonds's iconic performance in 2006. Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden lauded 19-year-old Konstas,

Matthew Hayden fondly remembered Andrew Symonds's maiden Test century in 2006, comparing the late cricketer's fearless knock to debutant Sam Konstas's blazing 60-run innings, which set the tone for Australia's dominant position against India in the Melbourne Test.

After being presented with the Test cap by former skipper Mark Taylor, with his brothers and parents in attendance, Konstas literally sprinted out in the middle, eager to get on with the game. He requested senior partner Usman Khawaja to allow him first strike against Bumrah.

Sam Konstas takes it right to Jasprit Bumrah, ramping him for three boundaries in a single over and attempting two more.

Sam Konstas, a 19-year-old debutant, impressed with a 60-run knock against India in the fourth Test at the MCG. His unique self-talk and aggressive batting style rattled the Indian bowlers. A controversial shoulder bump with Virat Kohli added drama,