IndiaAIFounders — Australia keep faith in Marnus Labuschagne as Test squad for South Africa tour named

Australia keep faith in Marnus Labuschagne as Test squad for South Africa tour named

September 7, 2026 at 12:20 AM

Under-pressure batter retains place for three-Test series
George Bailey says tweak to top order may be considered

Australian selectors have stuck with struggling batter Marnus Labuschagne for next month’s Test tour of South Africa, as chair George Bailey admitted he is mulling a return up the order for Steve Smith.

Sixteen players were named in the touring party on Monday, including all those involved in the most recent defeat of Bangladesh in Mackay. Fast bowler Michael Neser, spinner Matthew Kuhnemann and batter Cooper Connolly will join the group for the series starting in Durban on 9 October.

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