Marnus Labuschagne
Batsman
- Age
- 32 Y
- Matches
- 137
- Batting Style
- Right Handed Bat
- Bowling Style
- Right-arm legbreak
Born on June 22, 1994, Marnus Labuschagne is a South African-born Australian right-arm leg-break bowler and right-handed batsman who plays for the Australian cricket team and represents the Queensland cricket team in domestic cricket. His parents moved to Australia when he was 10 years old. He made his first-class cricket debut at the Adelaide Oval during the 2014-2015 Sheffield Shield season against South Australia. He made his List A cricket debut in 2015. As of 2021, he has played 95 First-class matches and 51 List A matches. In 2018, Labuschagne made his international Test debut against Pakistan. In 2020, he made his One Day International debut against India. As of 2021, he has played 31 international matches. In 2019, he became the first player to become a concussion substitute in a Test match, replacing Steve Smith, after the latter suffered an injury. He was placed at fourth position in the 2019 ICC Player Rankings. In 2020, he was named ICC’s Emerging Player of the Year, Australia’s Test Player of the year, and was named Cricketer of the Year by Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack. He has been associated with Brisbane Heat and Glamorgan in county cricket.
Andrew McDonald defends Nathan Lyon after poor Test performance
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has defended veteran spinner Nathan Lyon after his disappointing performance in their recent Test defeat to Bangladesh.
Will Marnus Labuschagne be dropped for 2nd Bangladesh Test?
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has admitted that Marnus Labuschagne "needs some big runs" after a disappointing performance against Bangladesh in Darwin.
Darwin Test: Are Australia still thinking of victory against Bangladesh?
Team Australia is still hopeful of a comeback in the ongoing opening Test match against Bangladesh, despite being in a difficult position at the end of day three.
Darwin Test, Day 1: Fearless Bangladesh bowl out Australia
Bangladesh stunned Australia by triggering a collapse on Day 1 of the 1st Test at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.
Steve Smith reaches landmark with his 45th Test half-century
Steve Smith was the lone fighter of Australia's first innings in the ongoing 1st Test against Bangladesh at Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin.
1st Test: Bangladesh chase history versus full-strength Australia
After a long wait of 23 years, Team Bangladesh is finally touring Australia for a Test series.
Australia announce full-strength XI for 1st Test against Bangladesh: Details
Australia's captain Pat Cummins has confirmed the team's playing XI for the first Test match against Bangladesh, starting on Thursday.
Australia seal nervy one-wicket win over Bangladesh in 3rd ODI
A majestic century from the blade of Cooper Connolly helped Australia seal a nervy 1-wicket win over Bangladesh in the 3rd ODI on Sunday.
Australia's Cooper Connolly slams his maiden ODI hundred: Key stats
Australia's Cooper Connolly has slammed his maiden ODI hundred.
3rd ODI: Confident Bangladesh eye historic whitewash against Australia
Bangladesh will chase history when they take on Australia in the third and final ODI of the series.
Bangladesh claim maiden ODI series win over Australia: Key stats
After winning the opener, Bangladesh beat Australia in the 2nd ODI of the three-match series in Dhaka.
2nd ODI: Marnus Labuschagne, Xavier Bartlett rescue Australia against Bangladesh
Timely Half-centuries from Marnus Labuschagne and Xavier Bartlett led Australia's recovery against Bangladesh in the 2nd ODI at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.
Bangladesh host depleted Australia in Dhaka: 1st ODI Preview
Australia's depleted ODI squad is all set to face a confident Bangladesh unit in the opening ODI at Dhaka's Shere Bangla National Stadium on Tuesday.
3rd ODI: Pakistan aim to seal series win against Australia
The third and final ODI of the series between Pakistan and Australia will be played on Thursday in Lahore.
2nd ODI: Pakistan, Australia meet in Lahore with different agendas
The second ODI of the three-match series between Pakistan and Australia will be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Tuesday.
Pakistan beat visitors Australia by 5 wickets in 1st ODI
Pakistan defeated Australia by five wickets in the first ODI match held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
Pakistan host second-string Australia in 1st ODI: Preview and stats
Pakistan and Australia are set to clash in the first ODI of their three-match series on Saturday.
'Pink-ball contest': Labuschagne's complaint leads to embarrassing PSL controversy
The opening match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 season has been marred by controversy.
Marnus Labuschagne to lead Hyderabad Kingsmen in PSL 2026
Australian cricketer Marnus Labuschagne has been named the captain of Hyderabad Kingsmen for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) season.
Marnus Labuschagne named Australia's One-Day domestic Player of the Year
Australian cricketer Marnus Labuschagne has been awarded the title of Australia's One-Day domestic Player of the Year.
Ashes: Ben Stokes's verbal spat with Marnus Labuschagne sparks debate
The ongoing Ashes series saw a controversial on-field incident involving England skipper Ben Stokes and Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne on January 5.
Marnus Labuschagne gets to 12,500 runs in First-Class cricket: Stats
Australian batting star Marnus Labuschagne has reached the milestone of 12,500 runs in First-Class cricket.
SCG Test, Justin Langer apologizes to Marnus Labuschagne: Here's why
Former Australian cricketer Justin Langer has publicly apologized to current player Marnus Labuschagne.
Ashes: Webster, Inglis released for BBL duty before Sydney Test
Australian cricketers Beau Webster and Josh Inglis have been released from the Ashes squad to play one match each in the Big Bash League (BBL).
Ashes: Australia bowled out for 152 in Boxing Day Test
Australia were bowled out for a mere 152 runs on Day 1 of the fourth Ashes Test, a Boxing Day affair, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
3rd Ashes Test: Head's century puts Australia in commanding position
Travis Head's brilliant century at the Adelaide Oval has put England on the verge of another Ashes defeat in Australia.
How has Marnus Labuschagne fared at Adelaide Oval (Tests)? Stats
All eyes will be on Australia's Marnus Labuschagne in the upcoming 3rd Ashes Test against England at the Adelaide Oval.
Ashes: Australia thrash England to extend dominance in Day-Night Tests
Australia have gone 2-0 up in the ongoing The Ashes series by beating England by eight wickets in the second Test at The Gabba, Brisbane.
Ashes, England's Brydon Carse claims his third Test four-fer: Stats
Australia's lower-order batsmen put up a remarkable fightback on Day 3 of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba.
Day-Night Ashes Test: Australia in command over England
Australia currently have an upper hand over England in the ongoing second Ashes Test, a Day-Night affair, which is underway at The Gabba, Brisbane.
Labuschagne becomes 1st player with 1,000-plus runs in Day-Night Tests
Marnus Labuschagne has become the first cricketer in history to score over 1,000 runs in Day/Night Tests.
Marnus Labuschagne completes 4,500 Test runs: Dissecting his stats
Marnus Labuschagne has reached a major milestone in the ongoing second Ashes Test against England at The Gabba, Brisbane.
Usman Khawaja ruled out of 2nd Ashes Test: Details
Veteran opener Usman Khawaja has been ruled out of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, which gets underway on December 4.
'He doesn't need advice': Marnus Labuschagne backs Usman Khawaja
Australian cricketer Marnus Labuschagne has come out in support of his teammate Usman Khawaja, who is currently facing a rough patch in his form.
Steve Smith remains non-committal on Travis Head's Test opening slot
Australia's senior player and stand-in skipper in the 1st Ashes Test, Steve Smith, has remained non-committal on whether Travis Head will continue to open the batting in Test matches.
Marnus Labuschagne slams his 24th half-century in Tests: Key stats
Marnus Labuschagne played a solid hand for Australia in the 4th innings against England, helping his side win the 1st Ashes Test at the Perth Stadium, Perth.
1st Ashes Test: Ton-up Head powers Australia to stunning triumph
A powerful fourth-innings hundred from Travis Head has powered Australia over the line in the opening Test of the 2025-26 Ashes at Perth's Optus Stadium.
Marnus Labuschagne averages 74.85 at Perth Stadium in Tests: Stats
Australia's Marnus Labuschagne will be hoping to maximize run-scoring after being recalled to the Test XI.
Ashes: Australia announce XI for 1st Test; Marnus Labuschagne recalled
Australia have confirmed their Playing XI for the first Ashes Test against England, starting November 21 in Perth.
Decoding Australia's stats at Perth Stadium in Test cricket
Australia gear up for a 5-match Test series against England with the 1st encounter set to start on November 21 at the Perth Stadium, Perth.