Labuschagne Backs Under Fire Khawaja Ahead of Second Ashes Test

Marnus Labuschagne backs Usman Khawaja amid poor form and talks of losing opening slot

Australia’s preparations for the upcoming Ashes Test in Brisbane have opened a fresh chapter in the conversation surrounding Usman Khawaja’s place at the top of the order. The veteran opener enters the match under the spotlight, having struggled to build on his early-year high of 232 against Sri Lanka in Galle. That innings remains his only score above fifty across his last 14 visits to the crease, leaving him with 463 runs for 2025 and a cloud …

Ashes 2025-26: Labuschagne backs under-fire Khawaja ahead of Brisbane Test

Marnus Labuschagne has backed Usman Khawaja ahead of the second Ashes Test and made it clear he will not be moving back up the order even if Australia decides to drop the struggling opener.

Usman Khawaja doesn't need advice to turn around form slump: Marnus Labuschagne

Marnus Labuschagne has backed Usman Khawaja as the Australian opener is currently going through a rough patch of form. Khawaja's position in the team has been questioned after his horrendous run in 2025.

Labuschagne backs under fire Khawaja ahead of second Ashes test

SYDNEY, Dec 1 : Marnus Labuschagne has backed Usman Khawaja ahead of the second Ashes test and made it clear he will not be moving back up the order even if Australia decide to drop the struggling opener. Khawaja struggled with back spasms during Australia's dramatic victory over England in the series opener

Labuschagne Backs Khawaja Amidst Ashes Opening Order Debate | Sports-Games

Marnus Labuschagne supports Usman Khawaja ahead of the second Ashes test, dismissing any need for Khawaja to move from his opener position. Despite Khawaja's recent struggles, Labuschagne stresses his experience and skills, suggesting stability over restructuring as Australia's team faces changes since David Warner's retirement.

Test star leaves Khawaja call up to the selectors

Marnus Labuschagne has defended Usman Khawaja’s poor run of form as he prepares to add to his incredible pink ball record in the second Ashes Test.