Labuschagne recalled for Australia ODIs as Green withdraws

Marnus Labuschagne made a compelling case for a return to Australia’s Test side on Friday, scoring 159 for Queensland in a Sheffield Shield match in Adelaide — his fourth century in five innings across domestic competitions — and was named as a late replacement in Australia’s ODI squad for the three-match series against India after allrounder Cameron Green was withdrawn with a minor side injury.

Labuschagne reached 159 on day two as Queensland replied to South Australia, continuing a rich run that included scores of 160, 130 and 105 in recent Shield and domestic one-day matches. The 31-year-old, who was dropped from the Test squad earlier this year after a prolonged lean spell, said the recent run of form followed a simpler, less technical approach. "I was getting too deep into my technique and trying to be too perfect instead of just playing with what I’ve got," he said. "It was probably more mental. There are a few technical things I’ve ironed out."

Cricket Australia described Green’s issue as low-grade side soreness and said the withdrawal from the ODIs was precautionary to protect his Ashes preparation. Green, who returned to competitive bowling only recently following...