Marnus Labuschagne Back In Australia Lineup For Ashes Series

Marnus Labuschagne Returns to Australia's Ashes Test Lineup

Marnus Labuschagne is back in the Australian Test squad for the Ashes series, strengthening the team ahead of the opening Test in Perth.

Australia's Squad Announced

Jake Weatherald has secured a spot in Australia's 15-member squad following a stellar Sheffield Shield season. The selectors also named two uncapped players: Sean Abbott and Brendan Doggett.

Key Player Highlights

Jake Weatherald (31) earned his first Test call-up after scoring 906 runs in 18 innings at a strong average of 50.33 for Tasmania.
Weatherald looks likely to open the batting alongside Usman Khawaja, replacing Sam Konstas who was left out of the squad.

Squad Details

Australia’s First Test squad includes:

Steve Smith (c)
Sean Abbott
Scott Boland
Alex Carey
Brendan Doggett
Cameron Green
Josh Hazlewood
Travis Head
Josh Inglis
Usman Khawaja
Marnus Labuschagne
Nathan Lyon
Mitchell Starc
Jake Weatherald
Beau Webster

Changes and Exclusions

The 20-year-old Sam Konstas was dropped after a poor performance on the West Indies tour, scoring just 50 runs in six innings, including two ducks. Matthew Renshaw and Mitchell Marsh were also excluded from the Ashes squad.

Captaincy and Injuries

Pat Cummins, the regular skipper, is out with a persistent back stress injury sustained in the Caribbean in July. Steve Smith will lead the side in Perth.

Author's summary: Marnus Labuschagne's return and fresh additions like Jake Weatherald and uncapped players refresh Australia's lineup, aiming for a strong Ashes campaign despite key injuries and exclusions.

CricFit — 2025-11-05