Marnus Labuschagne was born in Klerksdorp, North West Province, South Africa on 22 June 1994. Marnus Labuschagne is an Australian right-hand batter who has been a part of the Australian Test squad for the past 4 years. Marnus is also a part-time leg spinner. Marnus Labuschagne made his T20I debut 4 years after making his International Debut for the national side. Marnus Labuschagne is the best batter in the ICC Test rankings in March 2022. Marnus Labuschagne is considered one of the best test batters in the world and has gained a lot of reputation in just a few years.

Marnus Labuschagne Early Life and Education

Marnus Labuschagne started off playing cricket at the early age of 5 years. Marnus moved to Australia at the age of 10 years and attended Brisbane State High School. He played many matches for his state team and was the part of the team that won many tournaments. He played in the Under-12, Under-15 Championships for Queensland and even captained the team in 2012-13.

Marnus Labuschagne International Debut

Marnus Labuschagne Test Debut – 7 October 2018 against Pakistan

Marnus Labuschagne ODI Debut – 14 January 2020 against India

Marnus Labuschagne T20I Debut – 5 April 2022 against Pakistan

Marnus Labuschagne Career

Marnus Labuschagne Domestic Career

Marnus Labuschagne made his first class debut at the age of 19 years for Queensland in Sheffield Shield Trophy in a match against South Australia. Marnus scored 83 runs in his debut innings.

In 2015 One Day Cup, Marnus Labuschagne made his List A debut for his domestic team. Marnus smashed his maiden century in the 2015 against South Australia in first-class cricket in 2015.

In 2016 One Day Cup, Marnus Labuschagne smashed 273 runs in 7 matches and he was named as the Player of the tournament for the season.

In 2017 Sheffield Shield Trophy, Marnus Labuschagne was named as the captain of the Queensland team. Marnus Labuschagne was bought by Brisbane Heat to play in the Big Bash League in year 2018.

In 2019, Marnus Labuschagne went on to play English County Championship and was roped in by Glamorgan. In the complete English season of 2019, Marnus smashed 1114 runs in 10 matches including 4 centuries. He is still the part of Glamorgan in the English County Championship.

Marnus Labuschagne International Career

Marnus Labuschagne was first picked up in the Australian Test team as a substitute fielder in a match against India and also took a catch in the match in 2014.

In 2018, Marnus Labuschagne made his International Debut in a Test match against Pakistan on 7th October 2018. However, his debut didn’t go down well for him as he scored 13 runs in the match but took 2 wickets.

In the 2nd Test of the series, Marnus Labuschagne took his maiden 5-wicket haul and scored 43 runs in the second innings. He was named Player of the match.

In 2019, Marnus Labuschagne was added in the Australian squad for Ashes. In the first test of Ashes 2019, Marnus Labuschagne became the fist ever player to be replaced as a concussion substitute and scored his maiden half century in the Tests.

In 2019 Pakistan series, Marnus Labuschagne smashed his maiden century for the national side. Marnus scored 2 centuries in the series and was named Player of the series.

In January 2020, Marnus Labuschagne smashed his maiden double century in a match against New Zealand. Marnus Labuschagne scored highest runs in the Test in year 2019. He smashed 1104 runs including 3 centuries.

He made a big jump 102 ranks in the ICC Test rankings within a year.

Marnus Labuschagne made his ODI debut in a match against India on 14th January 2020. However, marnus didn’t get a chance to bat in the match.

He was also included in the Australia’s 26 member squad of players that were considered for training for the Ashes during the Covid-19 situation in the world in 2020.

Marnus Labuschagne was then picked up for the ODI series against New Zealand and scored his maiden half century. However, next 2 matches of the series were cancelled due to Covid-19 situation in the country.

In March 2022, Marnus Labuschagne was named as best ICC Test batter and was ranked as number 1 batter in ICC Test Rankings in the world.

On April 2022, Marnus Labuschagne made his T20I debut against Pakistan, four years after making his International Debut against the same team.

Marnus Labuschagne Stats

In Tests, Marnus Labuschagne has played 26 matches and scored 2390 runs including 6 centuries and 13 half centuries with the best score of 215 runs in an innings. He has taken 13 wickets in the test.

In ODIs, Marnus Labuschagne has played 16 matches and scored 561 runs including 1 century and 4 half centuries with the best score of 108 runs in a match.

In T20Is, Marnus Labuschagne has played 1 match and scored 2 runs.

Marnus Labuschagne Awards

· Number 1 in ICC Test Rankings.

· ICC Emerging Player of the Year in 2019.

· ICC Cricketer of the year in 2022.

· Australia’s Player of the year in 2022.

· World Test XI in 2021.

Marnus Labuschagne Family & Personal Life

Marnus Labuschagne was born to John Labuschagne and Alta Labuschagne in 1994. Marnus Labuschagne has a sister named Ame Labuschagne. Marnus Labuschagne married to his longtime girlfriend Rebekah in 2017. Marnus Labuschagne is known for his love for coffee. During the tour of Pakistan in 2022, Marnus Labuschagne carried 30 kgs of coffee beans and 1000 Liter Oat milk of along with him for the whole team.

Personal Information

Marnus Labuschagne Full Name: Marnus Labuschagne

Marnus Labuschagne Nick Name: Marny

Marnus Labuschagne Height: 179 cm

Marnus Labuschagne Birthplace: Klerksdrop, North West Province, South Africa

Marnus Labuschagne Date of Birth: 22 June 1994

Marnus Labuschagne Age: 27 years

Marnus Labuschagne Nationality: Australian

Marnus Labuschagne Religion: Christian

Marnus Labuschagne Marital Status: Married

Marnus Labuschagne Jersey Number: 33

Marnus Labuschagne Batting style: Right-hand bat

Marnus Labuschagne Bowling Style: Right-arm leg spin

Marnus Labuschagne Hobbies: Listening Music, baseball, Travelling

FAQs

1. When Marnus Labuschagne made his debut for Australia?

In 2018, Marnus Labuschagne made his International Debut in a Test match against Pakistan on 7th October 2018. However, his debut didn’t go down well for him as he scored 13 runs in the match but took 2 wickets.

2. What is the Ranking of Marnus Labuschagne in Tests?

In March 2022, Marnus Labuschagne was named as best ICC Test batter and was ranked as number 1 batter in ICC Test Rankings in the world.

3. How many runs Marnus Labuschagne has scored in Tests?

In Tests, Marnus Labuschagne has played 26 matches and scored 2390 runs including 6 centuries and 13 half centuries with the best score of 215 runs in an innings.

4. What is the interest of Marnus Labuschagne in the free time?

Marnus Labuschagne is known for his love for coffee. During the tour of Pakistan in 2022, Marnus Labuschagne carried 30 kgs of coffee beans and 1000 Liter Oat milk of along with him for the whole team.