‘Father of Jasprit Bumrah’: Sam Konstas’ Wikipedia page gets edited after masterclass against India
New Delhi: During the unforgettable Boxing Day Test match in Melbourne between India and Australia, newbie sensation Sam Konstas from Australia stole the spotlight. At just 19 years of age, his audacious style and bold manner on his very first match saw him knock a noteworthy fifty, captivating the cricket lovers everywhere. As a testament to his instant popularity, his Wikipedia page witnessed a flurry of activity.
At the start of the game, Konstas audaciously took on India’s key speedster, Jasprit Bumrah. He sent the ball racing towards the boundary multiple times using an interesting blend of unexpected scoops and classic pull shots.
Interactive innings of 60 off just 65 deliveries laid the groundwork for a powerful Aussie start, catapulting them to a lunchtime score of 112 for a loss of one. The debutant scaled the third quickest half-century in Australian Test history, achieving the feat in a mere 52 balls.
The high-voltage match was saturated with thrilling moments. A remarkable event unfolded when Konstas coolly brushed off a show of aggression from the visibly upset Virat Kohli, which soon spiraled into a heated face-off with the fiery fast bowler, Mohammed Siraj. Even amidst the escalating tensions, the young and gutsy opener remained unflustered, securing a soft spot in the hearts of the MCG spectators for his audaciousness.
During the game, Konstas put on a clinic with his talent, which generated quite a buzz on the internet, especially noticeable on his Wikipedia page. His feverish batting performance and lively interactions had his fans enthralled, avidly updating his profile as the game unfolded. This drummed up quite the storm on social media.
Important information about new Aussie Opener Sam Konstas! pic.twitter.com/Qdo67i9PMl
— The ACC (@TheACCnz) December 26, 2024
Oh this is a bit mischievous.
Konstas father of Kohli. pic.twitter.com/wKCXOyE4xv
— Peter Lalor (@plalor) December 26, 2024
In a humorous twist, one edit humorously labeled Konstas as the “Father of Jasprit Bumrah” after his impressive performance against the Indian pacer. Later, following his shoulder bump with Kohli and a memorable innings, the page was altered once again, this time declaring him the “Father of Virat Kohli.”
The unacceptable edits on Wikipedia were swiftly erased by vigilant editors. However, snapshots of the tampered content had already spread far and wide, causing a stir of mixed reactions—ranging from sheer outrage to slight amusement—across various social media channels.
Even though Ravindra Jadeja managed to bring an end to his innings with an lbw right after the second drinks interval, Konstas had already made a deep impression on the Australian supporters and left an indelible mark in the annals of cricket.
Konstas exhibited an intensely assertive game while staying composed throughout India’s relentless onslaught of bowling. This not only heated up the Test match but also, his performance began to trend wildly on social media.