PAK v AUS 2022: WATCH – Rizwan imitates Smith’s weird leaves after taking tips from Labuschagne

Marnus Labuschagne shared tips with Mohammad Rizwan ahead of the start of the Lahore Test.

Marnus Labuschagne and Mohammad Rizwan | PCB/Twitter

Australia’s Steve Smith is famous for his weird leaves and funny gestures while batting. The right-hander is currently featuring in the three-Test series against Pakistan.

Ahead of the first day’s play in the third Test at Lahore, another Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne was seen sharing some tips with Pakistan’s wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan on how to leave the deliveries like Smith.

Labuschagne batter explained the batting grip to Rizwan before the latter was seen imitating Smith’s unorthodox leaves.

Here’s the video:

In past, Marnus Labuschagne has grabbed attention for his unique leaves which are very similar to that of Smith, whom he idolizes.

Coming to the third Test, Australia won the toss and opted to bat first. The visitors were on 70/2 at the Lunch break with David Warner (7) and Marnus Labuschagne (0) being the two dismissed batters.

Shaheen Afridi starred with the ball for the hosts in the first session, taking both the wickets by conceding 17 runs in his five overs.

 
 

By Salman Anjum - 21 Mar, 2022

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