Sydney, Aug. 21 -- After being named in the 14-member Australia 'A' squad to play a pair of four-day games against India 'A', Australia opener Sam Konstas is looking forward to the Sheffield Shield matches in October to make a case for his selection in The Ashes squad.

"It's massive, it's going to be a big four games and I expect that," the youngster said in an interview to ESPNCricinfo.

"For me it's just trying to best prepare, and then obviously trusting what I think is right in that current moment.

"It was my first time playing in the West Indies (Australia's recent Test series in the Caribbean), and first time facing those bowlers. They bowled well and hopefully I can build from that experience."

The opening batter had a forgettable...