Sam Konstas Dropped from Aus Contract List as Doggett Shines
Konstas pays the price for a dip in form, while Doggett makes his mark.
Big news from down under: Sam Konstas has been axed from Cricket Australia’s contract list ahead of the jam-packed 2026-27 season. After bursting onto the scene with a fearless knock on Boxing Day in 2024, his form has dropped off a cliff, and now he’s paying the price. Meanwhile, Brendan Doggett, fresh off his Ashes debut, has secured his spot on the 21-man list, proving that performances on the pitch matter more than reputation.
In a season where Australia’s Ashes-winning squad has received a well-deserved boost, it’s a tough pill to swallow for Konstas and Glenn Maxwell, who also missed out. The selectors have opted for youth and form over past accolades. Jake Wetherald, despite averaging just 22.33 in the Tests last summer, has retained his contract. It raises eyebrows but shows the selectors are sticking with experience.
As the 2026-27 season approaches, eyes will be on the new contracts and who can step up. Will Konstas find his way back into the fold, or is this the end of his international journey? Only time will tell!
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