New Delhi: Australia’s leading batsman Maarnas Labschen once again stumbled against a left -handed pace, his vulnerability turned naked in the World Test Championship final against South Africa at Lord’s.Labuschagne, who was first promoted by skipper Pat Cummins to open the innings in his test career for high-stake encounter, failed to create an impact.He was dismissed for 17 by South Africa’s left -handed Seemar Marco Jansen, who bowled from around the wicket and gave a good length ball. Labuschagne, with tentative footwork, tried to hurt a defensive, but only managed to increase it in the wicketkeeper.Since 2022, Labuschagne has specially struggled against the speed of the left hand in the longest format. Over that period, he has faced 271 balls from the left-arms Quick, scored only 104 runs and goes out six times-the half of the dismissal was bowled for delivery for delivery and around the wicket.Earlier, South African captain Temba Bavuma won the toss and first opted to bowl under such circumstances, who were in favor of fast bowlers.“We will have a bowl first,” Bavuma said in the toss. “The surface looks a good, with solid overhead conditions.“I am happy. It’s too late for something else. We have selected the best team for terms.”
“This (A) is a large -scale (opportunity). I think we all have some kind of loyalty to Lord’s. It should be the spectacle of a game.”Australia captain Pat Cummins was placed to bat.“There are some clouds, but it is not uncommon for England,” he said. “It is dry and can change later in the match.“I don’t think there is no additional pressure (as a defending champion). We have come here first and have won it. This week is about enjoying it.”
