WI vs AUS: Australia made a big decision after suffering a defeat against South Africa in the ICC World Test Championship Final in 2025 at Lord's. They have dropped Marnus Labuschagne from the squad for the tour of the West Indies. The 30-year-old has been a constant presence at number three in the Test team for a long time, but with a prolonged off-form, the board had to make the decision. However, now the question arises, who will replace Marnus at number three in the Test team. We have a list of three players, whom the team management can try at number three in the tour of the West Indies.
WI vs AUS: Marnus Labuschagne dropped from Test team after WTC 2025 Final, Australia are looking for a new number 3 for the West Indies tour
3. Matt Renshaw:
Matt Renshaw has been recalled for the West Indies tour. He has opened the batting in Tests for Australia in the past, but now he could be tried at No. 3. Renshaw's speciality is that he can play long innings, knows how to read situations and is not afraid to spend time at the crease. His technique is classical, and he is not bothered by swing or bounce. If Australia wants to adopt a traditional batting model again, Renshaw would be a perfect candidate that they might try.
2. Josh Inglis:
Inglis is basically a wicketkeeper, but his batting ability has brought him into this discussion. He has shown aggression in limited overs, but he is also technically competent in red-ball cricket. Inglis has consistently scored runs in domestic cricket. If the team wants to continue aggressive cricket, then Inglis can become an interesting option. He plays confidently against both spin and pace. He has not had a long chance in Tests, but now the time has come to test him.
1. Cameron Green:
Cameron Green is already present in the Test setup. He is an all-rounder, but recently he has been tried in the top order. Green batted at number 3 in the WTC Final at Lord's, even though he could not play a big innings. Despite this, the selectors can try to set him there. The 26-year-old has a backfoot game and is not afraid to take on the bowlers. The team can prepare him for a long time. The biggest advantage with Green is that he can also bowl, and this gives balance to the team.
