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Patient Aussies back teen opener to learn key lesson

Australia's new-look top order failed to fire in Barbados but coach Andrew McDonald has vowed to take a patient approach with recalled opener Sam Konstas.

AAP

Beau Webster’s dependability should give heart to Australia’s Test hopefuls new and old

Sam Konstas has been backed to open again and can look to Webster’s example of composure and calm at the crease

The Guardian - AU

Aussies stage quick fightback after Windies' hot start

A staggering 14 wickets fell on the first day of Australia's three-match Test series against West Indies in Bridgetown.

AAP

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Green light given for stint at No.3 after Marnus axing

Australian captain Pat Cummins expects Cameron Green to be given an extended run in the No.3 spot vacated by the axed Marnus Labuschagne.

AAP

Australia lose stability without batting axis but could find a future against West Indies

A new era begins with Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne both missing from the XI as Sam Konstas and Josh Inglis take their place for the first Test

The Guardian - AU

Positions up for grabs in new-look Australia order

Three of Australia's top-six for the upcoming tour of the West Indies have played just eight Tests between them.

AAP

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Six-year first no worry for Aussies in West Indies

Australia have had Steve Smith or Marnus Labuschagne in their side for 118 of the past 124 Tests but their West Indies tour is a step into a whole new world.

AAP

Konstas looks to open up with his best in Testing times

Recalled Test opener Sam Konstas wants to make the most of his return, admitting his emotions got the better of him on Boxing Day.

AAP

Australia star dropped in test squad shake-up

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The Independent UK

Marnus Labuschagne axed by Australia after World Test Championship final defeat

Having been promoted to open against South Africa at Lord’s, Labuschagne will miss out in the first Test against the West Indies next week

The Independent UK

Labuschagne dropped, Smith to miss first Windies Test

Marnus Labuschagne has gone from the world's top-ranked Test batter to dropped in the space of two years, after being left out of the team to face the Windies.

AAP

Langer wants Labuschagne to stay for sake of youth

Former coach Justin Langer has made clear it is vital Marnus Labuschagne stays in Australia's Test side for the good of the team and next generation.

AAP

The 'good result' from Steve Smith's finger dislocation

Star Australia batter Steve Smith has opened up on a crucial moment of the World Test Championship final that left him with a dislocated finger.

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'When do we stop picking him?': Aussies' Test dilemma

Marnus Labuschagne is coming off a two-year period of averaging less than 28 in Tests, giving Australia's ageing top-order plenty of problems.

The Guardian - UK

Australia get too clever and pay the price for batting order jumble

The failure of the top three meant the holders did not have enough runs when South Africa benefited from the Lord’s pitch flattening out

AAP

Injury points finger of doubt at Smith's Windies tour

Steve Smith has avoided surgery on a compound dislocation of his finger, but the star Australia batter remains in doubt for the tour of the West Indies.

AAP

Starc quality with bat and ball in vain at Lord's

The end of Australia's record of triumphs in global men's cricket finals is nigh, but no-one could fault Mitchell Starc's terrific bid to save the day.

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The Guardian - UK

Cordon conundrum leaves Australia in trouble and Steve Smith in world of pain

Vice-captain fractured finger with drop at slip to give Temba Bavuma another life and South Africa control

The Independent UK

Aiden Markram gives South Africa control against Australia at Lord’s

The Proteas need another 69 runs to win the World Test Championship final.

The Guardian - UK

Markram and Bavuma steer South Africa to verge of stunning WTC upset against Australia

A brilliant unbeaten partnership between Aiden Markram and an injured Temba Bavuma has taken South Africa to within 69 runs of World Test Championship glory

The Independent UK

South Africa defy the doubters and Australia to close in on remarkable Test triumph

Aiden Markram’s magnificent unbeaten 102 helped South Africa edge closer to World Test Championship final triumph

AAP

Aussie star's 'gruesome' Lord's injury a huge Test blow

Steve Smith's immediate playing future is in doubt after suffering a compound dislocation of his finger while dropping a catch against South Africa at Lord's.

The Independent UK

Steve Smith suffers nasty injury after dropping catch in World Test Championship final

The Australia batter shelled a sitter at slip and could face months out

The Independent UK

Captain Pat Cummins answers Australia’s call before South Africa roar back in rollercoaster final

Cummins took six wickets to put Australia in the ascendancy before a late collapse kept South Africa’s hopes much alive

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