Marnus Labuschagne has said he is in better form now than any point since before the 2019 Ashes, with the rhythm returning to his game this summer.

Labuschagne enhanced his status as the form batter of the country against NSW in the one-day cup, hitting his fifth century in eight innings for Queensland to start the season.

His 101 on Monday took his summer average to 84.87 across all formats, with the 31-year-old having made changes to his grip and stance.

The right-hander has also spoken about having a clearer head, no longer hitting in the nets on game day and trying to spend less timing thinking about his technique.

Asked if he had ever been in a purple patch like this before, Labuschagne said he could only compare it to before he made a major impact as a Test player.

"The only one

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