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Australia's selectors ponder Labuschagne's future
11 Jun
Summary
- Labuschagne's century drought extends to 70 innings across all formats.
- He was slated for a key ODI role in the upcoming World Cup batting order.
- His recent form questions his suitability for the crucial World Cup role.
Marnus Labuschagne's international century drought has now extended to an alarming 70 innings across all formats of the game.
This prolonged slump has placed Australian selectors and coaching staff in a difficult position regarding his future role. Labuschagne was earmarked as a critical batsman, a defensive 'firewall' in the ODI lineup, particularly for the upcoming World Cup.
His intended position in an explosive batting order, featuring dynamic players like Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Josh Inglis, was to provide stability. However, his current form suggests he is far from the reliable player needed, especially given the potentially challenging batting conditions anticipated in South Africa, the World Cup venue.
