'This feels like a grade game' - Nathan Lyon reveals Sam Konstas's mindset on his Test debut

Nathan Lyon revealed what went through Sam Konstas's mind during his Test debut. The Australian spinner claimed that the 19-year-old asked him and Mitchell Starc when the nerves would kick in. Lyon said Konstas felt as if he was playing in a grade game. Konstas walked the talk by showing no fear playing in front of a crowd of over 85000 people.

Nathan Lyon was asked about his opinion on Konstas. The star spinner revealed the conversation the 19-year-old had with him. "Sam Konstas came next to me and Starcy before the match and told us 'Lads, when do you reckon the nerves are going to kick in? This honestly just feels like a grade game'," said Lyon.

Sam indeed proved what he meant by taking on the Indian bowlers as if he were playing a grade game. Konstas smashed 60 runs in 65 balls against an attack featuring Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Siraj. In one of the overs, Sam smashed Bumrah, arguably the best bowler in the world, for 18 runs.

Sam Konstas becomes fans' favorite

With just one innings, Konstas has become popular among the Australian fans. While his innovative shots against Jasprit were a treat to the eyes, his standing toe-to-toe against his idol and world-class player like Virat Kohli meant that the fans backed him. Many claimed him to be the future of cricket.

During the first day of the Boxing Day Test, Sam helped Australia with his brisk start. On the second day, he was already a crowd favorite and got the fans to back him. Lyon was impressed by his batsmanship and wished the youngster luck for his future.

At the end of the second day of the Boxing Day Test, Australia had an upper hand. The home side scored 474 runs in the first innings before reducing the visiting side to 164/5. With three days left in the Test, Australia will be the favorite to win. They currently lead by 310 runs and have a great advantage.