Marnus Labuschagne has raised eyebrows yet again, not only for his cricketing ability but also for another intriguing moment in the middle. Labuschagne, known for his exuberant antics on the field and even talking to himself while batting, delivered another hilarious moment on day one of the third Test against South Africa.
After the players left the field due to poor lighting and then rain, the commentators laughed at the bizarre scenes in which Labuschagne appeared to be calling for a cigarette on the field. After brushing the brim of his helmet, the eccentric batter signalled with two fingers up to his mouth. While everyone was perplexed, the 12th man pulled out a lighter and the batter burned something off his visor.
Watch Marnus Labuschagne's hilarious video here
Mike Hussey explained that a few frayed bits on his helmet were getting in his eye line. Labuschagne is well-known for his amusing actions in the field, where he is frequently found in close fielding positions to chat with the batter.
As for the game, the hosts won the toss and decided to bat first at the Sydney Cricket Ground. This decision worked out really well for them as Usman Khawaja and Labuschagne scored half-centuries each to help Australia get to a decent position.
Opener David Warner lost his wicket early to Anrich Nortje, but the duo of Khawaja and Labuscagne got the home side back in the game. At the time of writing this article, Australia has managed to score 138 runs for the loss of one wicket in 43 overs. The proceedings have been interrupted by rain and bad light.
The Kangaroos have already sealed the three-match series 2-0 and will look for a whitewash at the SCG. A win here would also ensure them a spot in the final of the Test Championship. They will most likely face India in the final, which is scheduled for later this year.
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WATCH: Marnus Labuschagne's cigarette signal in 3rd Test against South Africa leaves commentators in splits
Marnus Labuschagne has raised eyebrows yet again, not only for his cricketing ability but also for another intriguing moment in the middle.
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Marnus Labuschagne has raised eyebrows yet again, not only for his cricketing ability but also for another intriguing moment in the middle. Labuschagne, known for his exuberant antics on the field and even talking to himself while batting, delivered another hilarious moment on day one of the third Test against South Africa.
After the players left the field due to poor lighting and then rain, the commentators laughed at the bizarre scenes in which Labuschagne appeared to be calling for a cigarette on the field. After brushing the brim of his helmet, the eccentric batter signalled with two fingers up to his mouth. While everyone was perplexed, the 12th man pulled out a lighter and the batter burned something off his visor.
Watch Marnus Labuschagne's hilarious video here
Mike Hussey explained that a few frayed bits on his helmet were getting in his eye line. Labuschagne is well-known for his amusing actions in the field, where he is frequently found in close fielding positions to chat with the batter.
As for the game, the hosts won the toss and decided to bat first at the Sydney Cricket Ground. This decision worked out really well for them as Usman Khawaja and Labuschagne scored half-centuries each to help Australia get to a decent position.
Opener David Warner lost his wicket early to Anrich Nortje, but the duo of Khawaja and Labuscagne got the home side back in the game. At the time of writing this article, Australia has managed to score 138 runs for the loss of one wicket in 43 overs. The proceedings have been interrupted by rain and bad light.
The Kangaroos have already sealed the three-match series 2-0 and will look for a whitewash at the SCG. A win here would also ensure them a spot in the final of the Test Championship. They will most likely face India in the final, which is scheduled for later this year.