Marnus Labuschange has returned to form, and Sam Konstas has done the opposite with Test selectors served a compelling first round of the Sheffield Shield season.

On day three of Queensland's clash with Tasmania at Allan Border Field, Labsuchagne reminded Australia what he's capable of with a big hundred to stake his claim for an Ashes spot.

Labuschagne hit 160 in an innings that included 17 fours and two sixes after opener Matt Renshaw had also claimed a century the day before. Advertisement

Importantly for Labuschagne, his century came off 154 balls, with the 31-year-old constantly being asked to bat with intent during his lean spell with Australia before he was dropped.

Marnus Labsuchange celebrates his ton. Getty

The Queenslander was lucky to reach the mark though after a

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