Marnus Labuschagne Creates World Record; Become First Player to.....

The 2nd Ashes Test between Australia and England is underway at the Gabba in Brisbane with England batting first. The Kangaroos came into this fixture after winning the first match very convincingly by eight wickets. The stars of the match were Mitchell Starc and Travis Head.

However, there was a crucial contribution from Marnus Labuschagne as well during the second innings, where he scored 51 runs at a strike rate of more than 100, helping the team chase the target easily. Meanwhile, the right-handed batter has achieved a major milestone during the second innings. Marnus Labuschagne Test record is a big moment in his career.

Marnus Labuschagne Records New Milestone in Tests

Australia's star batter Labuschagne recorded a major milestone that hasn't been achieved by anyone in the history of cricket. The right-handed batter became the first batter to score 1000 runs in the Day-Night Test. Before coming to the 2nd Test, Labuschagne had scored 958 runs; however, the 65-run knock in Gabba helped him to achieve the prestigious milestone. Marnus Labuschagne pink ball Test record has created a new buzz in the social media.

Marnus Labuschagne in pink ball Test is a different breed, and he has proved this time and again. Australia's stand-in Test skipper Steve Smith is sitting in the 2nd spot in the list of most runs in pink ball Test, with 827 runs in 24 matches, followed by former Australian opener David Warner, who scored 753 runs in just nine matches.

Most Runs in Day Night Tests

Overall, there are a total of four Australians in the top five list of most runs in day night Test. Another Australian on the list is Travis Head, who has scored 752 runs so far, while England's Joe Root sits at the fifth spot with 639 runs in eight matches. All these players are among the best Test batsmen in the world and have scored truckloads of runs in day night Tests.

Australia Take Upper Hand in 2nd Test

The Australian cricket team ended day 2 of the 2nd Test on a high with a crucial lead of 44 runs. They still have four wickets left and will aim to take the lead at around 100 runs on Day 3. It was a collective effort from all the batters on Day 2 as three batters smashed half-centuries while others got the start but failed to convert it into big scores.

England bowlers looked clueless with Gus Atkinson remaining wicketless after 17 overs, Jofra Archer taking a single wicket after 18.3 overs. Brydon Carse did take three wickets but leaked runs at an economy rate of 6.60. Skipper Ben Stokes continued his dominance with the ball, picking up a couple of wickets in 17 overs.

However, Australia are on top in the greatest rivalry in cricket. The Three Lions will be aiming to wrap the Australian innings in the session itself on day 3, while the Kangaroos would want to increase their lead and build pressure on the English side.