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Marnus Labuschagne has been selected for Australia's three-Test tour of South Africa. BBC Sport reports that selectors acknowledge his shortage of runs but still see a role for him. The squad decision is confirmed; speculation about a final chance is not.
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Marnus Labuschagne has been selected for Australia's three-Test tour of South Africa. BBC Sport reports that selectors acknowledge his shortage of runs but still see a role for him. The squad decision is confirmed; speculation about a final chance is not.
Australia have retained him for South Africa despite a difficult run. The selectors' backing should not be confused with evidence that the batting problem has already been solved.
What is likely to happen next
Watch preparation, the confirmed XI and how Australia's top order handles early spells. The outlook improves with longer partnerships and clearer scoring options. A single innings will matter, but a series-level assessment should consider conditions and the contribution of the whole batting group.
This is a conditional editorial assessment, not a measured probability or a guaranteed outcome.
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Australia have retained him for South Africa despite a difficult run. The selectors' backing should not be confused with evidence that the batting problem has already been solved.
Australia have retained him for South Africa despite a difficult run. The selectors' backing should not be confused with evid...