Cape Town was the batting collapse we had to have. Now selectors must make changes

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 2, 2026

Selectors have been papering over the cracks of Australia’s frail batting line-up for so long that they have become deep chasms. Starting with Marnus Labuschagne, several players need to go.

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