Teen sensation Sam Konstas is on the verge of being called up to the Australian squad for the Boxing Day Test; Tottenham's defensive troubles continue to prove a problem for Ange Postecoglou's side in their League Cup quarter-final against Manchester United; Tyson Fury was all business in his pre-fight press conference with Oleksandr Usyk.

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Teen prodigy Sam Konstas says he's ready for Test cricket if called up this summer, with speculation he could feature in the Boxing Day Test against India amid pressure on Australia's top order.

Brisbane Heat began their Big Bash title defence with an 8-wicket win over the Melbourne Stars, as Jimmy Peirson hit a career-best 72 not out, chasing 163 at the MCG.

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has secured a contract extension, keeping him in charge until at least 2027.

Meanwhile, the boxing world focuses on Saudi Arabia this weekend for the Usyk-Fury rematch. Fury, who lost a split decision to Usyk 7 months ago, vows his opponent "will get hurt."

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The third Test between Australia and India seems destined for a draw after rain and lightning delayed day 5 at the Gabba. Australia bowled India out for 260, securing a 175-run first-innings lead.

In the Big Bash, 19-year-old Sam Konstas became the youngest to score a half-century on debut, helping Sydney Thunder to a two-wicket win over the Adelaide Strikers. Thunder captain David Warner revealed Konstas wasn’t even slated to play.

Wests Tigers have released John Bateman to join the Cowboys. Bateman’s future was uncertain after his mid-season exit to play for Warrington.

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Steve Smith redeemed himself after dropping a sitter by taking a stunning slips catch to dismiss KL Rahul for 84 off Nathan Lyon’s bowling on day four of the third Test at the Gabba. India went to lunch at 6/167, trailing Australia by 278 runs.

The Sydney Sixers started their Big Bash campaign with a 5 wicket win over the Melbourne Renegades at the SCG. However, Daniel Hughes missed batting due to an elbow injury, and Hayden Kerr retired hurt with a hamstring strain.

New Cronulla recruit Addin Fonua-Blake is thriving back in Sydney and is seen as a key player to elevate the Sharks to premiership contention.

Nick Kyrgios has confirmed he’ll play doubles with Novak Djokovic in his comeback tournament, the Brisbane International, next month.

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Steve Smith downplayed minor tweaks that led to his century in the third Test against India, his first in 18 months. Australia scored 445 before India struggled at 3/22 by Lunch on day three at the Gabba.

Melbourne Stars' Hilton Cartwright has been injury-cleared after a neck scare in the Big Bash opener, where the Scorchers won by six wickets. Cartwright was stretchered off after trying to stop a boundary.

Broncos' Ezra Mam apologised for an October traffic incident involving drug driving. He pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of cocaine, was fined $850, and had his license suspended for six months.

Tottenham eased pressure on manager Ange Postecoglou with a 5-0 win over Southampton, while Manchester United scored late to edge City 2-1.

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Australian opener Nathan McSweeney aims to counter Indian quick Jasprit Bumrah at the Gabba. Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood eyes a return from injury after missing out on the Adelaide test; Ryan Papenhuyzen has extended his contract at the Storm until 2026. While Isaah Yeo will receive the Golden Boot Award for the first time in 7 years; Papua New Guinea will receive its NRL licence in Sydney, with $600 million dollars in funding from the Australian government over the next 10 years.

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Selectors face a tough call for the third Test to either keep Scott Boland or bring back Josh Hazlewood, who is set to return from injury. While Nathan Lyon is confident he will play a bigger part in the next test match after only bowling one over in the pink ball test; International stars arrive as the Big Bash season kicks off on Sunday, with the Scorchers hosting the Stars in Perth; Payne Haas says the Broncos have moved on from Kevin Walters' sacking and are thriving under new coach Michael Maguire, who helped him excel in Origin.

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Captain Pat Cummins has denied reports of a team rifts, while India welcomes back skipper Rohit Sharma; Broncos coach Michael Maguire has banned players from going shirtless at training, linking professionalism to success; Latrell Mitchell hopes Wayne Bennett's return will inspire the Rabbitohs to a Premiership.

7NEWS Sport Headlines with Zac Warburton for December 06, 2024.

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