Australia Drops Marnus Labuschagne from New Zealand Test Series Squad
Australia has dropped former world No. 1 Test batter Marnus Labuschagne from the squad for the upcoming four-match Test series against New Zealand, starting in December. Selection chair George Bailey cited Labuschagne's prolonged poor form, including a 49-innings century drought and an average of 23.66 in his last 10 Tests. Labuschagne will focus on domestic Sheffield Shield cricket to regain form, with selectors leaving open the possibility of his return for Australia's 2027 tours of India and England.
First-hand measurement across 10 sources
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (38–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 9 Nov, 12:56 am. Other outlets followed.