Konstas Released for Sheffield Shield Experience

Sam Konstas, a promising young Australian cricketer, has been released from the national squad before the second Test against Sri Lanka to play in the Sheffield Shield for New South Wales. Despite his impressive debut against India, where he scored a half-century, Konstas was not included in the first Test against Sri Lanka as selectors favored Travis Head and Josh Inglis, who performed well in that match. Former Australian wicketkeeper Brad Haddin supports the decision to send Konstas back to domestic cricket, emphasizing the importance of him gaining more playing experience. Konstas is expected to return to the Australian squad for the World Test Championship final against South Africa. Konstas expressed gratitude for learning from senior players like Travis Head and Steve Smith, and hopes to apply his learnings in future matches. The decision to send him back for domestic play is seen as beneficial for his growth and development as a cricketer.