- June 8, 2025
If you thought Test cricket was finished in the era of T20 explosions, you’d best think again. Marnus Labuschagne is busy reminding us why Test cricket remains exciting, especially now that the ICC World Test Championship ensures serious stakes for every match we get to watch. With the big final at Lord’s on the horizon, Labuschagne’s enthusiasm for this new era of Test cricket is contagious. Let’s find out why he believes the game is in such a strong position right now.
The Two-Year Cycle: Giving Every Test a Purpose
Test cricket has always been regarded as the highest form of the game, but for years, Test matches existed without a clear prize that meant every game counted. The World Test Championship solved that problem by creating a two-year cycle where teams played for points that would culminate in a final. As Labuschagne said, “Every Test you play has something on it.”
This format means countries aren’t playing simply for pride or history; they are playing for a trophy. This creates another dimension of competitiveness and drama to the contest; it eliminates “dead rubbers” or matches where the sense of danger is nonexistent. Instead, it means we will be striving to win every Test match, from now on, even mid-series Tests will have important implications, meaning devoted fans will stay engaged and players will be compelled to perform.
County Cricket: The Unsung Hero in Labuschagne’s Prep
Although Test cricket has its excitement, it is played in very trying and tough conditions, especially in England. His county cricket journey at Glamorgan serves as Labuschagne’s ace in the hole. It’s not simply about scoring runs in county cricket, it is about the experience of playing competitive cricket in swinging conditions, developing match fitness, and getting back into the habit of competitive cricket.
Labuschagne has a six-year relationship with Glamorgan, meaning he is not just someone passing through. He is part of the family, so that familiarity allows him to purely focus on his game and not the other distractions. He also has two Aussie teammates, Beau Webster and Cameron Green, who are also playing county cricket, so that keeps that connection alive.
This experience will benefit Labuschagne in getting back into form, particularly since the statistics from his recent WTC cycle have not been his best. The competitive games on the county circuit are excellent preparation ahead of the high-stakes final against a strong South African side.
Lord’s Awaits: A Final Made for Cricket Royalty
Lord’s is known as cricket’s hallowed ground, and there will be no greater honor than playing a WTC final there. Labuschagne is aware of the history and significance of the WTC final at Lord’s and understands the challenge posed by a talented and complete South African side.
It will be a tactical battle where both teams try to outmanoeuvre the other whilst ensuring that they are putting up a good contest. Australia will be defending its title as well. Labuschagne respects the SA side and knows it is a serious challenge, however, it is evident also that he is ready and excited for that challenge.
Marnus Labuschagne’s enthusiasm for Test cricket and the World Test Championship cycle demonstrates how the game has revitalised itself in an attempt to remain fresh and exciting. Test cricket offers so many opportunities for challenges, from every match counting, to adapting to conditions, to the fact that the final is at Lord’s – this is phenomenal Test cricket.
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