<p>Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne has backed Steve Smith to replace David Warner as new opener in Test cricket. There has been a long discussion going for new Australian test opener on after Warner's retirement post Test series against Pakistan. While many players are in contention to replace Warner, Labuschagne says Smith has 'beautiful technique' to face the new red ball.</p>

<p>“There’s probably no one you want out there more,” said Labuschagne on Smith's contention as reported in the Indian Express. “He averages 67 at four, 62 at three, 58 at five. &nbsp;I’m sure if we go down that path and give it to him, he’s going to average in the 60s opening," added the Aussie batter.</p>

<p>Labuschagne made the comments after Smith remarked on ABC Radio that: "I’m actually happy to go up the top."</p>

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<p>Explaining the reasoning behind backing Smith for the opener's slot, Labuschagne said: “It (moving ball on a green pitch) could be one that gets him out and gets his beans going, out (to bat) straightaway, ball swinging around and nipping around, but he’s got a beautiful technique to combat any type of bowling.”</p>

<p>Smith has also expressed his desire to open the batting in Tests to coach Andrew McDonald who also confirmed and said at a post-match conference: "He’s mentioned it throughout the last couple of weeks. He’s put his view forward, and we will consider all options."</p>

<p>McDonald, however, is wary of tinkering the balance of the side, saying: "Steve at [number] three or four is pretty appetising also. You’ve got to make sure you’re not removing the strengths of the team in the search to fill a gap also, so there’s a balance within that."</p>

<p>There are a few other players who are in contention to replace Warner in Tests including Cameron Bancroft, Matt Renshaw, Marcus Harris and Cameron Green.</p>


Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne has backed Steve Smith to replace David Warner as new opener in Test cricket. There has been a long discussion going for new Australian test opener on after Warner's retirement post Test series against Pakistan.

Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne has backed Steve Smith to replace David Warner as new opener in Test cricket. There has been a long discussion going for new Australian test opener on after Warner's retirement post Test series against Pakistan. While many players are in contention to replace Warner, Labuschagne says Smith has 'beautiful technique' to face the new red ball. “There’s probably no one you want out there more,” said Labuschagne on Smith's contention as reported in the Indian Express. “He averages 67 at four, 62 at three, 58 at five. I’m sure if we go down that path and give it to him, he’s going to average in the 60s opening," added the Aussie batter. Labuschagne made the comments after Smith remarked on ABC Radio that: "I’m actually happy to go up the top." Also Read: Former India pacer lashes out at women skipper Harmanpreet Kaur for remarks post loss in 2nd T20I vs Australia Explaining the reasoning behind backing Smith for the opener's slot, Labuschagne said: “It (moving ball on a green pitch) could be one that gets him out and gets his beans going, out (to bat) straightaway, ball swinging around and nipping around, but he’s got a beautiful technique to combat any type of bowling.” Smith has also expressed his desire to open the batting in Tests to coach Andrew McDonald who also confirmed and said at a post-match conference: "He’s mentioned it throughout the last couple of weeks. He’s put his view forward, and we will consider all options." McDonald, however, is wary of tinkering the balance of the side, saying: "Steve at [number] three or four is pretty appetising also. You’ve got to make sure you’re not removing the strengths of the team in the search to fill a gap also, so there’s a balance within that." There are a few other players who are in contention to replace Warner in Tests including Cameron Bancroft, Matt Renshaw, Marcus Harris and Cameron Green.

Marnus Labuschagne backs Steve Smith to replace David Warner as opener in Tests for Australia

<p>Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne’s has witnessed a rapid rise in the world of international cricket. From being a concussion substitute to Steve Smith in Ashes 2019 to being awarded the ICC Test Player of the Year 2019, Labuschagne has become one of the mainstays of the Australian top order. However, in the Adelaide Test against India, Labuschagne left Twitterati in splits with his unique leaves and “no run” calls as they played out a gritty knock of 47 against India on Day 2 of the day-night Test.</p>

<p>Labuschagne’s unique leaves are similar to that of Steve Smith, whom the youngster has idolized since coming into the international arena. Labuschagne’s leaves made headlines as it was pretty similar to Smith’s leaves but the youngster continued with his unique leaves during the first Test against India and even added “no run” calls to his armoury.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/netizens-troll-prithvi-shaw-for-poor-performance-with-bat-and-dropping-a-vital-catch-350765" hreflang="en">Netizens troll Prithvi Shaw for poor performance with bat and dropping a vital catch</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Marnus displaying all his variations of the 'No Run!' <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://t.co/gLQZjI50B7">pic.twitter.com/gLQZjI50B7</a></p>
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<h2>Here's how Twitterati reacted to Labuschagne's leaves and 'no run' calls:</h2>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">This gotta be the Meme of the Week , Lol !!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TamilTwitter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TamilTwitter</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MemeTwitter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MemeTwitter</a> <a href="https://t.co/rWCRv6wSbh">pic.twitter.com/rWCRv6wSbh</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Nice ...now release it on Spotify</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Can hear him saying this all my life without complaint 😂😂😂</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Its better to shout " No Run" than running unknowing and loosing your captain😂</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Marnus to smith: whatever you do, I do even better 😂</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvIND?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvIND</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvAUS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvAUS</a><br />
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Steve smith: <a href="https://t.co/xwIId8T0vq">pic.twitter.com/xwIId8T0vq</a></p>
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<p>Labuschagne scored a gritty 47 off 119 deliveries to help Australia post 191 runs on board in the first innings. Along with Labuschagne, skipper Tim Paine looked solid with the willow as he scored an unbeaten 73. However, India having posted 244 runs on board in the first innings, took a solid lead of 53 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India started with Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal but lost the former after Pat Cummins bowled the youngster for four. India sent Jasprit Bumrah at number 3 as a night watchman. Both Bumrah and Agarwal saw off the last few overs of the day as India ended at 9/1 with a lead of 62 runs.&nbsp;</p>


Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne’s has witnessed a rapid rise in the world of international cricket. From being a concussion substitute to Steve Smith in Ashes 2019 to being awarded the ICC Test Player of the Year 2019, Labuschagne has become one of the mainstays of the Australian top order.

Australian batsman Marnus Labuschagne’s has witnessed a rapid rise in the world of international cricket. From being a concussion substitute to Steve Smith in Ashes 2019 to being awarded the ICC Test Player of the Year 2019, Labuschagne has become one of the mainstays of the Australian top order. However, in the Adelaide Test against India, Labuschagne left Twitterati in splits with his unique leaves and “no run” calls as they played out a gritty knock of 47 against India on Day 2 of the day-night Test. Labuschagne’s unique leaves are similar to that of Steve Smith, whom the youngster has idolized since coming into the international arena. Labuschagne’s leaves made headlines as it was pretty similar to Smith’s leaves but the youngster continued with his unique leaves during the first Test against India and even added “no run” calls to his armoury. ALSO READ: Netizens troll Prithvi Shaw for poor performance with bat and dropping a vital catch Marnus displaying all his variations of the 'No Run!' #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/gLQZjI50B7 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 18, 2020 × Here's how Twitterati reacted to Labuschagne's leaves and 'no run' calls: This gotta be the Meme of the Week , Lol !!#TamilTwitter#MemeTwitter pic.twitter.com/rWCRv6wSbh — Globe Trotter (@masala_dosai) December 18, 2020 × Nice ...now release it on Spotify — Thala (@ssmbbakthudu) December 18, 2020 × Can hear him saying this all my life without complaint 😂😂😂 — آفتاب 🇮🇳 (@Devastated_Soul) December 18, 2020 × Its better to shout " No Run" than running unknowing and loosing your captain😂 — Saajan (@Saajan_07) December 18, 2020 × Marnus to smith: whatever you do, I do even better 😂 — wijay (@bizayay) December 18, 2020 × Steve Smith 2.0 😁😁 — Najeeb ul Hasnain (@ImNajeebH) December 18, 2020 × #AUSvIND #INDvAUS Steve smith: pic.twitter.com/xwIId8T0vq — S O M E N A T H (@somenathpaul_) December 18, 2020 × ALSO READ: WATCH- Cristiano Ronaldo's viral reaction after losing to Lewandowski at FIFA 'The Best' Awards Labuschagne scored a gritty 47 off 119 deliveries to help Australia post 191 runs on board in the first innings. Along with Labuschagne, skipper Tim Paine looked solid with the willow as he scored an unbeaten 73. However, India having posted 244 runs on board in the first innings, took a solid lead of 53 runs. India started with Prithvi Shaw and Mayank Agarwal but lost the former after Pat Cummins bowled the youngster for four. India sent Jasprit Bumrah at number 3 as a night watchman. Both Bumrah and Agarwal saw off the last few overs of the day as India ended at 9/1 with a lead of 62 runs.

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Marnus Labuschagne backs Steve Smith to replace David Warner as opener in Tests for Australia

Watch: Marnus Labuschagne's 'leaves' and 'no run' calls leave Twitterati in splits