Marnus Labuschagne

Andrew McDonald responds to criticism over Marnus Labuschagne's selection for South Africa tour

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald has dismissed criticism over the retention of Marnus Labuschagne for the recent South Africa Test series, despite the veteran batsman’s struggles during the tour.…

Nov 2

'Happy retirement Marnus Labuschagne': Batter receives 'career over' verdict after 49 innings without ton

During the series decider in Cape Town, Australia faced South Africa in a tense contest where Marnus Labuschagne fell cheaply in the opening over to Kagiso Rabada. This dismissal compounded a…

Oct 31

Marnus Labuschagne becomes Australia's worst batter in 147 years with 48-innings century drought

During the series-deciding final fixture in Cape Town, Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne fell for a zero in the initial innings, extending his lengthy dry spell. Having gone forty-eight matches…

Oct 28

Marnus Labuschagne set to be retained in Australia XI for 3rd South Africa Test

Australia skipper Pat Cummins has indicated that struggling batsman Marnus Labuschagne is likely to keep his spot in the team for the deciding Test against South Africa in Cape Town. Despite failing…

Oct 24

We've got plenty of players as Marnus Labuschagne's replacement, says Usman Khawaja

Marnus Labuschagne is facing intense scrutiny over his position in the Australian Test lineup following a rough patch on the tour of South Africa and a three-year century drought. Former batter Usman…

Oct 23

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Usman Khawaja names five replacements as Marnus Labuschagne's Test woes continue

Marnus Labuschagne is facing intense pressure regarding his place in the Australian Test lineup following a lean run of scores that includes recent totals of 37, 37, 14, and 39, along with a…

Oct 23

Simon Katich warns Australian players are playing for their careers amid Marnus Labuschagne's struggles

Former cricketer Simon Katich warned that multiple members of the visiting Australian squad are fighting to save their Test futures during the ongoing second fixture against South Africa. Australia…

Oct 22

'Looking quite good' - Hussey backs Marnus Labuschagne despite Test struggles

Former Australian cricketer Michael Hussey has offered public support to Marnus Labuschagne despite mounting pressure and calls for the batter to be dropped from the Test squad following a difficult…

Oct 22

“Still in a vulnerable spot”: Marnus Labuschagne opens up on criticism ahead of South Africa Tests

Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne silenced recent critics with a commanding century in a warm-up match against the Cricket South Africa Invitational XI, ending an 11-month Test century drought.…

Oct 5

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Marnus Labuschagne set to retain No. 3 spot in SA Tests after warm-up ton

Marnus Labuschagne appears certain to maintain his batting position at three for the upcoming Test fixtures against South Africa following a rapid 111 off 89 deliveries in a preparatory fixture. The…

Oct 5

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Australia’s Marnus Labuschagne set for South Africa Test after first ton in 11 months

Marnus Labuschagne silenced recent doubts surrounding his spot in the national squad by compiling a century during a warm-up fixture in Potchefstroom. The thirty-two-year-old batter posted an innings…

Oct 4