Dropped Australian Test star Labuschagne plots Ashes return
AUSTRALIA, AUG 10 – Labuschagne aims to regain his Test spot by opening in the Ashes after a lean spell, playing one-day matches and Sheffield Shield to impress selectors, with the series starting November 21.
- On August 10, 2025, Australian Test batsman Marnus Labuschagne said he is determined to comeback and prove doubters wrong by opening in the Ashes series against England.
- Labuschagne's last Test was in June's World Test Championship final, scoring only 17 and 22, following a lean spell that led to his omission.
- Returning to one-day action, Labuschagne will play three ODIs against South Africa this month before switching to Sheffield Shield to impress selectors for the Ashes starting on November 21, 2025.
- Filling the opener’s slot, Labuschagne said he would happily open if that secures his place in the Test team.
- With the Ashes on the horizon, Labuschagne aims to reclaim his spot in the Test team and make a decisive impact against England later this year.
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