Marnus Labuschagne axed from Australian Test squad ahead of New Zealand series
Australian cricketer Marnus Labuschagne has been dropped from the national Test squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand. Selectors have opted to omit him for the entire four-Test series to allow him to regain form, though he remains eligible for future tours.
Why it matters
The exclusion of a former world-ranked number one batter highlights the high-pressure environment of elite international sports and the volatility of professional athletic careers.
Marnus Labuschagne will not be considered for the upcoming four-Test series against New Zealand.
Marnus Labuschagne has been axed from Australia's squad for the four-Test series against New Zealand beginning December 9.
The chairman of selectors says he won't be considered this summer but could return for the tours to India and England.
Australia will reveal its squad for the NZ Tests after the fourth round of the Sheffield Shield.
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Chairman of selectors George Bailey confirmed on Monday that Labuschagne would be omitted from Australia's yet-to-be-named squad for the first Test against New Zealand.
Australia's next Test begins on December 9 in Perth, but Bailey and his panel have made an early call to put Labuschagne out of his misery.
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