Cummins Signals Labuschagne's Test Spot Under Threat
The Australian skipper warns the batter must turn net form into match runs before selectors pick the next squad.
Marnus Labuschagne's recent struggles with the bat have put his Test future in doubt, with Australia's captain Pat Cummins offering a blunt assessment of the situation. The batter managed just 36 runs across three innings in the Bangladesh series, an average of 12 that has intensified scrutiny on his place in the side.
Cummins, speaking after Australia's victory, noted that Labuschagne has looked solid in practice but has repeatedly failed to carry that form onto the field. He suggested the selectors are nearing a decision, with discussions scheduled in the coming weeks to finalise the next Test squad. While Cummins acknowledged Labuschagne's talent and past performances, he made it clear that results must follow soon.
The warning comes amid a broader decline in Labuschagne's output since 2024, with several stretches where his average has dipped to 25 or below. His inability to convert promising starts into substantial scores has become a recurring issue, leaving his place in the lineup increasingly fragile as Australia prepare for future challenges.