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Pat Cummins has backed Cameron Green to bat at No 3 in the WTC final, praising his recent form. He also defended Marnus Labuschagne’s place, highlighting his crucial knocks in previous matches. Australia enters the final unbeaten in Test series for two years. The match marks Green’s return after recovering from back surgery.

Key Points: Pat Cummins Backs Cameron Green at No 3 for WTC Final vs SA

  • Cummins defends Green’s No 3 role citing recent form
  • Labuschagne retained for past match-winning contributions
  • Australia unbeaten in Test series for two years
  • WTC final marks Green’s return after back surgery
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He deserved a spot in batting line-up: Pat Cummins on Cameron Green's spot in WTC final playing 11

Australia captain Pat Cummins justifies Cameron Green’s batting promotion and Marnus Labuschagne’s retention ahead of WTC final against South Africa.

"Cam Green... coming back in great form, we thought he deserved a spot in the batting line-up. – Pat Cummins"

London, June 10

Ahead of their clash against South Africa (SA) in the World Test Championship Final 2025, on June 11 Australia captain Pat Cummins believed that Aussie batter Camreon Green earned a spot in the batting lineup due to his recent good form, and the team thought batting at number three would suit him well.

"Cam Green, the last few weeks he's had, coming back in great form, we thought he deserved a spot in the batting line-up. We thought three probably suits him best. And then, with Marnus moving, we thought it's one spot up really. It's not too different to batting three. He's done well here in England in the past," Pat Cummins said as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

Cummins believed that Australian selectors are giving Marnus Labuschagne more opportunities because he has played a crucial role in getting the team to where they are now, and they are rewarding his contributions.

"I think our selectors are probably showing that they're happy to give someone an extra little run rather than pull the pin too early. He's [Marnus Labuschagne] played some crucial knocks in getting us here. Look back at the MCG [against India], his batting was right up there as a difference in that match. I think it's part of rewarding those guys who have got us here," he added.

Labuschagne has made only 935 runs in 36 innings with a best score of 111 at an average of 28.33, including a century and eight fifties, in the ongoing WTC cycle. Green will play his first Test since back surgery, while Beau Webster retains his spot in the XI and will provide the bowlers some support with his medium pace and spin options.

Australia hasn't lost a Test series in the past two years, winning away in New Zealand and Sri Lanka while retaining the Ashes in England in 2023.

They also defeated Pakistan and India at home, along with a draw against the West Indies, to secure a spot in the WTC decider against the Proteas. With Australia entering their second consecutive WTC final and South Africa making their first appearance, the stakes couldn't be higher.

Australia playing 11 for WTC Final: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Marnus Labuschagne, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Beau Webster, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments on the WTC final article:
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Rahul K.
Green at number 3 is a bold move! But Aussies always back their players through rough patches. Remember how they stuck with Smith during his slump? That's why they're consistent winners. Hope our Indian selectors learn this patience too 🤞 #WTCFinal
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Priya M.
Labuschagne's stats don't look great but test cricket isn't just about numbers. His grit and partnership-building is what Australia values. That MCG knock against India was pure class! Hope our middle order shows similar fight next time.
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Arjun S.
Why are we discussing Australia when India isn't even in the final? 😅 But seriously, their team selection shows clear vision. We keep chopping and changing - Pant out, Iyer in, Rahul up-down. Need stability like the Aussies!
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Sneha R.
That bowling attack though! Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood + Lyon is just scary good. Our BCCI should organize more A-tours to England so our batsmen learn to handle such quality pace. Too much T20 focus these days affecting test skills.
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Vikram J.
Respect to Cummins for backing players publicly. Remember how he supported Khawaja too? Our captains could learn this leadership quality - build players up instead of throwing them under the bus after 2 bad matches.
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Neha P.
As an Indian fan, I'm just happy we're not facing this Australian team right now! 😂 But jokes aside, their system produces such balanced players - Green can bat 3 AND bowl 140+. Where's our next Kapil Dev?

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