Labuschagne scores just 4 runs in first innings at Mackay
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:51 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Marnus Labuschagne was dismissed for 4 runs during the first innings of Australia's match at Mackay. The ball deflected off his thigh pad, contributing to a decline in his batting average to 24.69 since his last Test century in July 2023. This performance has raised questions regarding his future in the Test side. The match is ongoing as Australia seeks to recover their batting momentum.
- •Labuschagne's first innings score was 4 runs.
- •He was bowled after the ball deflected off his thigh pad.
- •His batting average has now dropped to 24.69.
- •This match at Mackay is still in progress.
- •Labuschagne last scored a Test century in July 2023.
- 11:51 AMESPNcricinfo — Labuschagne's Test future hangs in balance after Mackay first-innings failure
"The Australia No. 3 was bowled for 4 after the ball deflected off his thigh pad, taking his average down to 24.69 since his last Test century in July 2023
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