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‘Don’t know what he was thinking’ – Harmer’s surprise at Labuschagne’s shot

Australia's No. 3 tried to take on the wind and failed to heap further pressure on his position…

By Andrew McGlashan · Cricinfo

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 4:27 PM

Key Things to Know

Simon Harmer expressed surprise after Marnus Labuschagne hit into a strong gale and fell for 39.
Australia were 100 for 1 in their follow-on when Labuschagne was caught by Marco Jansen.
Labuschagne has now failed to score a half-century in 14 consecutive Test innings.

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South Africa spinner Simon Harmer expressed surprise over Marnus Labuschagne's dismissal on the fourth afternoon of the second Test in Gqeberha. With Australia following on at 100 for 1, Labuschagne tried to hit Harmer into a strong wind, resulting in a catch by Marco Jansen that ended his innings on 39.

The dismissal marked Labuschagne's 14th consecutive Test innings without a fifty, placing his place in the Australian team under scrutiny ahead of the series decider in Cape Town. Australian captain Pat Cummins acknowledged that potential lineup adjustments will be discussed in the coming days.

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‘Don’t know what he was thinking’ – Harmer’s surprise at Labuschagne’s shot

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