Ricky Ponting calls for Australia to drop Marnus Labuschagne from Test side

Ricky Ponting has urged Australian selectors to move on from Marnus Labuschagne following his performances in the ongoing Test series against Bangladesh. Labuschagne scored just 4 runs in the second Test and previously registered 1 and 31 in the first Test, extending his struggles since the 2023 Ashes. Ponting highlighted technical issues in Labuschagne's batting, particularly his inability to score off the back foot, and suggested it is time to consider other options before the upcoming Test series against South Africa. He acknowledged that no standout alternatives are currently available but emphasized the need for change.

• 11:14 AMYahoo Sports — 'Don't see what we're losing': Ricky Ponting urges Australia selectors to move on from Marnus Labuschagne in Test cricket