His rise has been unprecedented. Since turning out as a concussion substitute, the first-ever in Test cricket, for Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne hasn't looked back.

Exclusive | Marnus Labuschagne: Thriving to be the best

In an exclusive interview with WION, Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, third-ranked ICC Test batsman, talked about the upcoming England series, Virat Kohli, ambitions to play T20 cricket and IPL, the influence of Steve Smith on his career, the forthcoming India series and how he is prepared to face Jasprit Bumrah and Co, his ultimate dream with Australia and much more.

WION Exclusive: Marnus Labuschagne: Kohli, Smith and Warner are benchmarks of modern cricket

Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne has made a significant impact in the Aussie side since making his Test debut against Pakistan in October 2018. Since then he has scored 1459 runs in 14 Tests at a staggering average of 63.

Marnus Labuschagne: Kohli, Smith and Warner benchmarks of modern cricket

Top-order batsman Marnus Labuschagne reckons Australia now has a "stable" batting lineup and as a result, the upcoming Test series against India would be a great spectacle for everyone involved.

Australia's batting lineup more stable now, series against India would be challenging: Marnus Labuschagne

Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne on Monday said that he and his teammates would be “pretty devastated” if India don’t tour Australia later in the year 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic.

"Would be devastating if India don’t tour Australia due to COVID-19 pandemic"

Big Bash League's team Brisbane Heat shared a funny video on Twitter, to spread awareness on how washing hands could play a major role in defeating the coronavirus pandemic.

Watch: Hilarious! Brisbane Heat compile old clips to spread awareness for COVID-19

Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar who arrived in Australia for Sunday’s bushfire relief game in Melbourne praised Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne likening him to his own composed style with "positive footwork".

Tendulkar says Australian Marnus Labuschagne reminds him of himself

Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium is set to host the finale of Australia's Tour of India. India's comeback in the second ODI will help reduce performance pressure on the players.

India vs Australia, 3rd ODI: After dominating display by each side, it comes down to decider

Ahead of the crucial one-day international(ODI) clash against Australia at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday, Indian skipper Virat Kohli said he does not "support people" comparing players within the team.

India-Australia ODI clash: I do not support people comparing players, says Kohli

Marnus Labuschagne hit a double century as Australia amassed a huge 454 first innings against a weary New Zealand in the third Sydney Test on Saturday. Labuschagne reached his highest Test score of 215 as the Australians were dismissed just before tea on the second day.

Aus vs NZ: Marnus Labuschagne hits double ton in Australia's 454

Marnus Labuschagne's third hundred in three innings handed Australia the initiative on Day-1 of the day and night Test against trans-tasman rivals New Zealand in Perth on Thursday.

Day/night Test: Labuschagne's ton rescues Australia on Day-1 against New Zealand

Marnus Labuschagne made history as international cricket's first concussion substitute before his valuable fifty helped Australia draw the second Ashes Test against England at Lord's on Sunday.

Ashes 2019: Marnus Labuschagne stars as Australia draw second Test

Australia on Sunday included leg-spinning all-rounder Marnus Labuschagne in the squad for the series-deciding fourth and final Test against India in Sydney, beginning Thursday.

Australia announces squad for 4th test against India

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Exclusive | Marnus Labuschagne: Thriving to be the best

WION Exclusive: Marnus Labuschagne: Kohli, Smith and Warner are benchmarks of modern cricket

Marnus Labuschagne: Kohli, Smith and Warner benchmarks of modern cricket

Australia's batting lineup more stable now, series against India would be challenging: Marnus Labuschagne

"Would be devastating if India don’t tour Australia due to COVID-19 pandemic"

"Would be devastating if India don’t tour Australia due to COVID-19 pandemic"

Watch: Hilarious! Brisbane Heat compile old clips to spread awareness for COVID-19

Tendulkar says Australian Marnus Labuschagne reminds him of himself

India vs Australia, 3rd ODI: After dominating display by each side, it comes down to decider

India-Australia ODI clash: I do not support people comparing players, says Kohli

Aus vs NZ: Marnus Labuschagne hits double ton in Australia's 454

Day/night Test: Labuschagne's ton rescues Australia on Day-1 against New Zealand

Ashes 2019: Marnus Labuschagne stars as Australia draw second Test

Australia announces squad for 4th test against India