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Labuschagne Eyes Ashes Return Through South Africa ODIs and Sheffield Shield

He will use a home one-day series against South Africa followed by domestic Shield fixtures to force his way back into Australia’s Test side for November’s Ashes.

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Dropped Australian Test star Marnus Labuschagne is desperate to play the Ashes series
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Overview

  • Labuschagne has been named in Australia’s squad for three home ODIs against South Africa beginning later this month.
  • He will then represent Queensland in three Sheffield Shield matches to showcase improved technique to selectors.
  • The batter has offered to open the innings in the Ashes to broaden his utility in a top-order reshuffle.
  • Time out of the Test side allowed him to train without media scrutiny and focus on restoring his form.
  • He faces competition from teenager Sam Konstas at the top of the order and all-rounder Cameron Green for the No. 3 position when selectors name the Ashes squad.