The Ashes: Justin Langer backs Marcus Harris to perform in Boxing Day Test, cement opening spot

The Ashes: Australia head coach Justin Langer backed Marcus Harris to come good in the Boxing Day Test as the opener continues to struggle for form in the series with just 38 runs scored across four innings.

Australia head coach Justin Langer backed Marcus Harris to come good in the third Test and form a strong opening partnership with David Warner. Harris's highest score remains the 23 he made in the second innings of the Adelaide pink-ball Test, which was also the only time he managed a double-digit score.

The third Test will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, which is Harris's home ground in domestic cricket.