The amazing start to Marnus Labuschagne's Test career is reflected in another feat, taking just 51 innings to pass 3000 Test runs.
Only the beyond-compare Sir Donald Bradman (33 innings) stands above Labuschagne in an esteemed list of all-time greats, the MRF Tyres No.1 Test batter shows no sign of slowing down.
After passing a century late on day one of the day/night Test in Adelaide, Marnus marched to the milestone in effortless fashion, cashing in after seeing off the second new ball early on day two.
Batter | Innings to 3000 Test runs |
Sir Donald Bradman | 33 |
Marnus Labuschagne | 51 |
Sir Everton Weekes | 51 |
Herbert Sutcliffe | 52 |
Brian Lara | 52 |
The work early meant Labuschagne matched West Indian Everton Weekes who also reached the mark in 51 knocks, edging Bert Sutcliffe and Brian Lara (both 52 innings), with the latter on hand to witness the achievement. Compared to other Australian players outside of Bradman, Labuschagne betters Neil Harvey (54 innings), Matthew Hayden (61) and the likes of Adam Gilchrist, Mike Hussey and Steve Smith (all 63).
Labuschagne fell to Devon Thomas to finish on 163, a third century in as many Test innings, combining in a 297-run partnership with Travis Head, who eventually went on to make 175.
Australia crossed the 500-mark after the dinner break and eventually declared their innings on 511/7. West Indies finished the day on 102/4 in reply.
The hosts are aiming for both a 2-0 series victory, and 12 World Test Championship points on their path to a claiming a spot for the competition final in June 2023. They currently stand atop of the table with 72.73% of possible points.
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