US EditionLabuschange Fails in First Time as Opener
- Marnus Labuschagne has been given the role of opening batsman for Australia in the upcoming Test match deciding the championship against South Africa at Lord's.
- Australia has struggled to find a stable opening batsman since David Warner's retirement 17 months ago, prompting selectors to choose Labuschagne for his experience.
- Captain Pat Cummins justified Labuschagne's promotion by citing his prior success in England, noting the advantage of scoring before the Dukes ball swings and emphasizing positive intent when batting.
- Cummins emphasized that having their batters actively challenging the bowlers is crucial, praising Labuschagne’s contribution in responding to South Africa’s recent strong performances and the difficulties of opening the innings in English conditions.
- Labuschagne faces high expectations to fill this critical role despite a recent dip in form, while Australia aims to retain the championship by leveraging his experience and the team's overall balance.
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The decision to promote Marnus Labuschagne as an opener for Australia against South Africa in the World Test Championship (WTC) final backfired. Labuschagne tried to stay at the crease for most of the first session, but he failed to prolong his innings and was dismissed by Marco Jansen.
Sydney Morning Herald
Labuschange fails in first time as opener
Marnus Labuschange edges behind off the bowling of Marco Jansen.
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