Smith says move to opening will be no issue for Marnus Steve Smith famously moved to open for Australia for four Tests in 2024 before moving back to No.4, but he says Marnus Labuschagne can make the switch. AAP · Oct 21, 2025
Doubts crept in: How Labuschagne ended his form funk Almost certain to be picked for the Ashes following his recent hot streak, Marnus Labuschagne says a change in mindset was crucial to his revival. AAP · Oct 19, 2025
Webster back bowling, on track for timely Shield return Australia's selectors will name the squad for the first Ashes Test after the next Sheffield Shield round, and Tasmania now expect Beau Webster to return for it. AAP · Oct 19, 2025
Swepson's career-best outing charges Bulls to big win Mitchell Swepson has claimed 10 wickets for the match to lead Queensland to a comfortable fourth-day Sheffield Shield victory over South Australia. AAP · Oct 18, 2025
Selectors look on positive side for Green's Ashes role Chief selector George Bailey has had his say on Cameron Green's side soreness, Pat Cummins' Ashes availability, and if Marnus Labuschagne could open again. AAP · Oct 18, 2025
Labuschagne answers SOS after Green's injury scare Marnus Labuschagne has been handed an ODI lifeline after star allrounder Cameron Green experienced side pain at training this week. AAP · Oct 17, 2025
Labuschagne makes emphatic Test case with another ton Marnus Labuschagne has hit his second straight Sheffield Shield century for Queensland to all but ensure he will be in Australia's Test team to start the Ashes. AAP · Oct 16, 2025
Labuschagne set to stay Bulls No.3 in Ashes bat off Marnus Labuschagne remains the frontrunner to open with Usman Khawaja in the Ashes, but the Test hopeful is expected to stay at No.3 for Queensland. AAP · Oct 14, 2025
Warner says Konstas still the man for his old spot David Warner believes Sam Konstas should be the man to open for Australia in the Ashes, believing Marnus Labuschagne is best suited returning at No.3. AAP · Oct 13, 2025
Australia head coach not giving up hope of having Pat Cummins for Ashes opener Cummins returned to running this week as he recovers from lumbar bone stress in his lower back. The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2025
Labuschagne 'close to his best': Andrew McDonald Australia coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed Marnus Labuschagne is an option to open again in Test cricket, praising his return to form ahead of the Ashes. AAP · Oct 10, 2025
England beware: terminally obsessed Marnus Labuschagne has gone back to basics Australian batter, an evangelical Christian who believes this is all written out in advance, may force his way back for the Ashes The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2025
Pick me: Labuschagne boosts Ashes hopes with latest ton Just days after being axed from Australia's ODI team, Marnus Labuschagne has cracked a sparkling century for Queensland in their one-day loss to Tasmania. AAP · Oct 9, 2025
Weatherald makes more runs as Tassie draw Shield game Tasmania opener Jake Weatherald scored a second fifty for the match as the Tigers comfortably batted for a Sheffield Shield draw against Queensland. AAP · Oct 7, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Oct 7, 2025 Marnus Labuschagne dropped from Australia ODI squad to face India Matt Renshaw in line for surprise white-ball international debut while Mitchell Starc returns as 50-over and T20 squads named
AAP · Oct 6, 2025 Labuschagne hits Shield ton as Konstas fails again Queensland No.3 Marnus Labuschagne has top-scored with 160, making a major statement in his bid for a Test recall, while NSW's Sam Konstas fell cheaply again.
AAP · Sep 17, 2025 Bullish Labuschagne makes Ashes statement with century Marnus Labuschagne has started the summer with a classy ton in a 55-run win by Queensland over Victoria, as Glenn Maxwell blitzed a century of his own.
AAP · Sep 16, 2025 Sehwag ethos Labuschagne aims to adopt ahead of Ashes Marnus Labuschagne insists he can become the best batter in the world again and regain his Test spot on the back of a "smarter'' approach to his preparation.
AAP · Aug 24, 2025 Massive total sets up thumping Aussie ODI win Australia's 2-431, their second-highest total in ODI history, has set-up a 276-run demolition of South Africa in the third and final match in Mackay.
AAP · Jun 25, 2025 Aussies stage quick fightback after Windies' hot start A staggering 14 wickets fell on the first day of Australia's three-match Test series against West Indies in Bridgetown.
WhatToWatch · Jun 25, 2025 How to watch West Indies vs Australia: live stream 1st Test 2025 online or on TV Here's how you can watch West Indies vs Australia online, ready for when the 1st Test starts on Wednesday, June 25.
AAP · Jun 25, 2025 Green light given for stint at No.3 after Marnus axing Australian captain Pat Cummins expects Cameron Green to be given an extended run in the No.3 spot vacated by the axed Marnus Labuschagne.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 24, 2025 Australia lose stability without batting axis but could find a future against West Indies A new era begins with Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne both missing from the XI as Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis take their place for the first Test
AAP · Jun 23, 2025 Six-year first no worry for Aussies in West Indies Australia have had Steve Smith or Marnus Labuschagne in their side for 118 of the past 124 Tests but their West Indies tour is a step into a whole new world.
AAP · Jun 21, 2025 Konstas looks to open up with his best in Testing times Recalled Test opener Sam Konstas wants to make the most of his return, admitting his emotions got the better of him on Boxing Day.