Overview
- Queensland posted 9-287 as Marnus Labuschagne made 101 off 111, then bowled out NSW for 191 for a 96-run One-Day Cup win at Cricket Central.
- Since being dropped earlier this year, Labuschagne has compiled five hundreds in eight innings for 679 runs at an average of 84.9 across formats.
- He is widely expected to return for the Ashes, with a possible move to open to accommodate both Cameron Green and Beau Webster in the side.
- England fast bowlers Mark Wood and Jofra Archer have arrived in Perth to begin preparations ahead of the first Test at Optus Stadium.
- Reports suggest Pat Cummins may miss the opener with Steve Smith to lead, though official confirmation is unclear, as Sam Konstas is tipped to miss selection despite a composed 47 and public backing from Labuschagne.