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LIVE Boxing Day Test: Khawaja sent packing in shock wicket; Konstas knock a highlight
Australia has laid the foundations for a strong Boxing Day Test in their attempt to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Debutant Sam Konstas thumped a 60 as the hosts put 100 runs on the board before lunch.
- by Scott Spits
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- by Scott Spits
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