Marnus Labuschagne has shown great resilience and determination in the ongoing pink-ball Test between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval.

After a period of inconsistent form, Labuschagne made a crucial 64 runs, which helped Australia gain a dominant position in the match.

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His steady partnership with Travis Head, contributing 65 runs for the fourth wicket, was important in stabilizing the Australian innings after early breakthroughs by India’s Jasprit Bumrah. Matthew Hayden, former Australian cricketer, praised Labuschagne’s mental toughness.

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Hayden highlighted how important it was for Labuschagne to maintain his focus, especially after recent struggles.

“Marnus, he’s got his batting mojo back. Well, he is certainly crawling his way back into that free headspace, that you love as a batsman. In the absence of doubt, arrives opportunity.”

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He highlighted how Labuschagne was beginning to shed the pressure and regain his natural confidence at the crease.

Labuschagne’s gritty knock also helped him solidify his place in the team, with the batsman having made it clear that retaining his spot for the upcoming third Test, particularly at his home ground in Brisbane, was a major priority.

“We can sense that on his march out [after dismissal] that whilst triumphant in retaining his spot in this Test team, he also looked to have his rhythm in the middle,” Hayden added.

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With this performance, Labuschagne looks to have found his rhythm again, an encouraging sign as Australia heads into the final stages of the Test series.

His display of focus and determination in Adelaide not only contributed to the team’s total but also showed that Labuschagne’s batting mojo is well and truly back.