Marnus Labuschagne slams his 24th half-century in Tests: Key stats
What's the story
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. Labuschagne, who was recalled to the Australian set-up after being dropped for the West Indies tour, hit an unbeaten 51. He was part of a stunning century-plus stand alongside Travis Head as Australia downed England. Here's more.
Knock
Labuschagne makes his presence felt
Labuschagne, who opened for Australia in the 2nd innings, scored 9. He batted in his usual number three position in the 4th innings. Alongside Head (123), Labuschagne was part of a 117-run stand for the 2nd wicket. He had arrived in the middle when the Aussies were 75/1. It was a compact knock from Labuschagne's blade as he contributed in his side's victory.
Stats
8th Ashes fifty for Labuschagne
Labuschagne's unbeaten 51 came from 49 balls. He hit six fours and a six. With scores of 9 and 51* in this match, he has raced to 4,495 runs from 59 matches (106 innings) at 46.34. This was his 24th fifty in Tests (100s: 11). Versus England, he owns 1,076 runs from 15 matches at 41.38. He hit his 8th fifty (100s: 2).
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An average of 73 at the Perth Stadium
As per ESPNcricinfo, Labuschagne now owns 584 runs from 5 Tests at the Perth Stadium. He averages a solid 73. This was his 2nd fifty at this venue (100s: 3).