Labuschagne's Reprieve: A Reckoning for Australia's Battered Lineup Marnus Labuschagne, 32, has been spared the axe by Cricket Australia selectors, who have included him in the extended squad for the upcoming Test tour of South Africa.
This decision underscores their continued faith in his abilities. Labuschagne's recent form is underwhelming, with scores of 1, 31, and four against Bangladesh hardly inspiring confidence. Despite averaging just 24.
20 this year – a decline from previous seasons – he will still make the trip to South Africa for Australia's first Test tour since the infamous Sandpapergate series in 2018.