McDonald discusses Labuschagne selection after Australia’s series defeat
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 1:07 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
Australia head coach Andrew McDonald addressed the media following the team's defeat in a recent series. He emphasized that there were developments in the batting despite the disappointing results. McDonald noted the need to reassess the selection of Marnus Labuschagne and the squad's age profile as part of their planning. This feedback comes as the team looks toward future matches and player performance improvements.
- •Andrew McDonald spoke after Australia's series defeat.
- •He highlighted batting development despite the loss.
- •Labuschagne's selection will be reassessed.
- •The squad's age profile is a focus going forward.
- •Future matches will be influenced by these decisions.
- 1:07 AMESPNcricinfo — McDonald: Australia will 'reassess' Labuschagne selection and squad's 'age profile'
"While Australia head coach conceded it would be difficult to talk up positives straight after a series defeat, he was adamant there had been development in the batting
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