He got me, dirtied my clothes: Steve Smith reacts to Jonny Bairstow's fake run-out attempt
5 years, 3 months ago

He got me, dirtied my clothes: Steve Smith reacts to Jonny Bairstow's fake run-out attempt

India Today  

Steve Smith had a embarrassed look on his face when he was asked about the fake run out attempt made by Jonny Bairstow against him during Day 2 of the fifth Test at The Oval on Friday. England wicket-keeper Jonny Bairstow managed to trick Steve Smith into diving for his life as he tried to back in the crease, making the World No. #Ashes pic.twitter.com/YajKdVcmc8 cricket.com.au September 13, 2019 Smith on Friday scored 80 runs in Australia's first innings total of 225 to become only the second batsman in Test history to post six-successive 80-plus scores, equalling Sir Everton Weekes's record which he had set in 1948 during the Test series against India. Left-armer Curran took two wickets in two balls on his way to a three-wicket haul and Chris Woakes claimed the prize scalp of Australian batting machine Steve Smith.

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Steve Smith attributes missing out on 10,000 Test runs milestone to tough SCG pitch
2 days, 6 hours ago

Steve Smith attributes missing out on 10,000 Test runs milestone to tough SCG pitch

India Today  

Veteran Australian batter Steve Smith said he had never encountered a wicket like the one at the SCG after falling one run short of 10,000 career runs in the five-match Test series against India for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In Australia's first innings of the fifth Test, Smith edged a delivery to slip five runs shy of the landmark. "Five Test …

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Kohli teases Sydney crowd with ‘Sandpaper Gate’ gesture after Steve Smith wicket
4 days, 4 hours ago

IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Kohli teases Sydney crowd with ‘Sandpaper Gate’ gesture after Steve Smith wicket

The Hindu  

India’s acting captain Virat Kohli teased the crowd over the infamous ‘Sandpaper Gate’ scandal after Australia’s Steve Smith fell one run short of reaching 10,000 Test runs during the third day of the fifth Test in Sydney on Sunday. After the wicket, Kohli, stationed in the slip cordon, turned to the crowd and pulled out his empty pockets, imitating Cameron …

AUS vs IND: Steve Smith misses out on reaching 10000 Test runs, stuck at 9999
4 days, 6 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Steve Smith misses out on reaching 10000 Test runs, stuck at 9999

India Today  

Australia's star batter, Steve Smith, was left to rue his luck on Day 3 of the Sydney Test on Sunday, January 5 as he missed out on reaching 10,000 runs in Tests. AUS vs IND, Sydney Test Day 3 Live Updates Smith scored 33 runs in the first innings of the ongoing Sydney Test and needed just 5 more runs …

Steve Smith's wife Dani distraught after Praisdh Krishna stops husband from getting 10,000-run milestone in Sydney
5 days ago

Steve Smith's wife Dani distraught after Praisdh Krishna stops husband from getting 10,000-run milestone in Sydney

Hindustan Times  

Steve Smith's wife Dani Willis was distraught after her husband was dismissed five short of the landmark 10000th run by Prasidh Krishna on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney. Steve's wife Dani reacts after he alls five short of completing 10000 Test runs Just at the stroke of the Lunch break, Krishna …

SCG Test: Steve Smith '100 percent' certain he got his hand under Virat Kohli's catch
6 days, 6 hours ago

SCG Test: Steve Smith '100 percent' certain he got his hand under Virat Kohli's catch

India Today  

Steven Smith was 100 percent confident that he successfully got his hand under the ball while attempting to catch Virat Kohli at slip on the first day of the SCG Test. IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Full Scorecard Walking out at 17/2, Kohli edged a delivery from Scott Boland towards Smith at second slip, with Smith diving low to his …

Virat Kohli out or not? Steve Smith upset over third umpire's call in Sydney Test
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6 days, 6 hours ago

Virat Kohli out or not? Steve Smith upset over third umpire's call in Sydney Test

India Today  

Amidst a stormy build-up to the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, controversy erupted as early as the eighth over when Virat Kohli was adjudged not out by third umpire Joel Wilson in Sydney. HOW THIRD UMPIRE JOEL WILSON MADE THE CALL Joel Wilson, the third umpire, who has faced criticism for contentious decisions against Australia in the past, examined …

Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: There’s a difference between being out of form and out of runs, says Steve Smith on his ton
1 week, 5 days ago

Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: There’s a difference between being out of form and out of runs, says Steve Smith on his ton

The Hindu  

The long drought and the sudden downpour defines Steve Smith’s forays to the batting crease. You need a lot of luck on these wickets to get big runs and last week I had my fair share.” Reflecting on the fourth Test, the former Australian captain said: “It was obviously a really good partnership and to break that one, and then …

Steve Smith on his century against India: There’s a difference between being out of form and out of runs
1 week, 5 days ago

Steve Smith on his century against India: There’s a difference between being out of form and out of runs

The Hindu  

The long drought and the sudden downpour defines Steve Smith’s forays to the batting crease. You need a lot of luck on these wickets to get big runs and last week I had my fair share.” Reflecting on the fourth Test, the former Australian captain said: “It was obviously a really good partnership and to break that one, and then …

Unbelievable ! Smith Falls To Rare Bowled Dismissal
1 week, 5 days ago

Unbelievable ! Smith Falls To Rare Bowled Dismissal

Deccan Chronicle  

In a dramatic turn of events during the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australian batting legend Steven Smith was dismissed in a rare and unexpected manner by Indian pacer Akash Deep. Attempting to flick the ball through the off side, Smith saw the ball deflect off his pads and ricochet onto the stumps, resulting …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Clueless Rohit Sharma out for 3, fails on return as opener
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Clueless Rohit Sharma out for 3, fails on return as opener

India Today  

Rohit Sharma's return as an opener turned into a forgettable outing as the Indian skipper fell cheaply to Pat Cummins after scoring just 3 runs on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia. AUS vs IND 4th Test, Day 2 Live "It's nothing. The Indian captain's choice to bring Washington Sundar back into India's playing XI for the …

AUS vs IND, 3rd Test: ‘Fortunate that Travis & I could stand up today,’ says centurion Smith
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS vs IND, 3rd Test: ‘Fortunate that Travis & I could stand up today,’ says centurion Smith

The Hindu  

A sense of relief was palpable as Steve Smith sat down for his media interaction at the Gabba here on Sunday. Discussing his 101 in the third Test, Smith said: “It was nice to get to three figures. I got a bit of luck early on and made the most of it.” As for his aggressive fellow-centurion Travis Head, Smith …

Ind vs Aus 3rd Test | Nice to get three figures...been a while: Steve Smith on century against India on Day 2
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ind vs Aus 3rd Test | Nice to get three figures...been a while: Steve Smith on century against India on Day 2

The Hindu  

A sense of relief was palpable as Steve Smith sat down for his media interaction at the Gabba on Sunday. The cap low-slung on him, eyes blinking a bit to adjust to the light, and a half-smile creasing his face, the former Australian captain expressed his satisfaction over the ton and for having contributed to the team. Discussing his 101 …

Steve Smith delighted after gutsy 101 in Brisbane: Nice to get some luck early
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Steve Smith delighted after gutsy 101 in Brisbane: Nice to get some luck early

India Today  

Steve Smith was delighted to return back to form after his magnificent century on Day 2 of the third Test against India at the Gabba in Brisbane. Commenting on his knock, Smith praised the openers for seeing off the new ball and said that he rode on his luck early on. Australia finish day 2 on 405/7 Further speaking ahead, …

Steve Smith delighted after gutsy 101 in Brisbane: Nice to get some luck early
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Steve Smith delighted after gutsy 101 in Brisbane: Nice to get some luck early

India Today  

Steve Smith was delighted to return back to form after his magnificent century on Day 2 of the third Test against India at the Gabba in Brisbane. Commenting on his knock, Smith praised the openers for seeing off the new ball and said that he rode on his luck early on. Australia finish day 2 on 405/7 Further speaking ahead, …

Steve Smith is on a journey to rediscover himself, and a tiny change at the Gabba helped him get there
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Steve Smith is on a journey to rediscover himself, and a tiny change at the Gabba helped him get there

ABC  

At 1:29pm in Brisbane, Steve Smith hit an on-drive. That was the day he became the real Steve Smith, plunderer of runs at an historic level and one of the most oddly elegant batters we've ever seen. As a nervy morning turned into a joyous afternoon at the Gabba, it was also clear what an incredibly positive influence Head was …

'Lucky' Steve Smith returns to form, explains animated celebration after gutsy 101
3 weeks, 4 days ago

'Lucky' Steve Smith returns to form, explains animated celebration after gutsy 101

India Today  

Australia batter Steve Smith combined with Travis Head to dominate India on Day 2 of the Brisbane Test match. I’ve been trusting myself and got some luck early on,” Steve Smith said after the day's play. For the first time in 25 innings, since the 2023 Ashes at Lord's, Steve Smith has a Test match century! ?#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/4kt6rcDsYJ — 7Cricket …

"Not out of form, just out of runs...": Steve Smith breaks silence on dry run ahead of Brisbane Test
3 weeks, 5 days ago

"Not out of form, just out of runs...": Steve Smith breaks silence on dry run ahead of Brisbane Test

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, : Ahead of the third Test against India in Brisbane, Australian batter Steve Smith insisted he is not out of form, just short of runs, and also spoke about when he might retire from the sport. ": Steve Smith breaks silence on dry run ahead of Brisbane Test With the five-match series level at 1-1, all eyes are on …

Mitchell Marsh backs Steve Smith to step up in Brisbane: He is one of our best
4 weeks ago

Mitchell Marsh backs Steve Smith to step up in Brisbane: He is one of our best

India Today  

Mitchell Marsh has backed Steve Smith to return to his best when Australia face India in the third Test, starting Saturday, December 14 at The Gabba in Brisbane. We know he's a class player, and he's scored a lot of runs for Australia, and we know at times when we've needed him, he always seems to step up," Marsh said. …

Steve Smith will have his stumps attacked until he regains form: Matthew Hayden
1 month ago

Steve Smith will have his stumps attacked until he regains form: Matthew Hayden

India Today  

Former Australia cricketer Matthew Hayden has said that the bowlers will continue to target Australia batter Steve Smith’s stumps until he regains form. AUS vs IND 2nd Test Day 2 Live “I mean, as you know, there's probably only one way to get out that's worse and that's run out off the bowler's hand and getting strangled down the leg …

Watch: Daryl Mitchell takes one-handed stunner to dismiss Joe Root in Wellington
1 month ago

Watch: Daryl Mitchell takes one-handed stunner to dismiss Joe Root in Wellington

India Today  

Daryl Mitchell took a sensational one-handed diving catch to dismiss Joe Root on Day 1 of the second Test between New Zealand and England on Friday, December 6 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. The incident took place in the 11th over of the first innings after New Zealand captain Tom Latham won the toss and invited England to bat first. NZ …

Will Steve Smith Play IND vs AUS 2nd Test? Australia Star Faces Injury Scare Ahead Of Day-Night Game
1 month ago

Will Steve Smith Play IND vs AUS 2nd Test? Australia Star Faces Injury Scare Ahead Of Day-Night Game

ABP News  

Steve Smith, the star Australian batter, faced an injury scare as he sustained a blow to his right thumb during a practice session ahead of the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test against India at the Adelaide Oval. With their top pacer from the first IND vs AUS Test in Perth, Josh Hazlewood, sidelined due to a side strain, and uncertainty surrounding …

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Brook century drags England back into first New Zealand Test
1 month, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG, 1st Test: Brook century drags England back into first New Zealand Test

The Hindu  

Harry Brook scored a brilliant century to drag England right back into the first Test in Christchurch on Friday, driving the tourist to within 29 runs of New Zealand’s tally of 348 on 319 for five at the end of day two. RELATED | NZ vs ENG 1st Test Scorecard and Highlights It had all looked much bleaker when, with …

BGT, 1st test, Day 4: Siraj removes Smith as Aus go into lunch at 104 for five
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BGT, 1st test, Day 4: Siraj removes Smith as Aus go into lunch at 104 for five

Deccan Chronicle  

Perth: Mohammed Siraj bowled a couple of incisive morning spells to remove the seasoned Usman Khawaja and out-of-form Steven Smith as Australia gasped to 104 for five at lunch on day four of the first Test against India. Chasing a near impossible target of 534, Australia, who resumed on 12 for three, were reduced to 17 for 4 when Khawaja's …

AUS v IND, Perth Test: Genius Jasprit Bumrah leads India's stinging counterpunch
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AUS v IND, Perth Test: Genius Jasprit Bumrah leads India's stinging counterpunch

India Today  

In an intense opening round of the much-anticipated Perth Test bout, Australia landed the first punch. However, Jasprit Bumrah's fiery spells helped India land a stinging counter-punch and finish the opening day in the driver's seat. Bumrah got excellent support from Mohammed Siraj and debutant Harshit Rana, who continued to be as aggressive as he was when he impressed in …

BGT recap: When Virat Kohli was angered by Steve Smith's bizarre DRS tactics
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BGT recap: When Virat Kohli was angered by Steve Smith's bizarre DRS tactics

India Today  

The second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia in Bengaluru back in March 2017 was marred with controversy. In a clash of the skippers, Virat Kohli and Steve Smith found themselves at loggerheads over DRS calls at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Cricket Australia, BCCI at loggerheads James Sutherland, who was the CEO of Australia back then, lashed …

Steve Smith says Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja want him back at number four for India Test series
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Steve Smith says Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja want him back at number four for India Test series

ABC  

Steve Smith says his top-order teammates "hated" him opening in Tests, which heavily factored into his decision to return to number four in the Australian batting line-up. Smith said Test teammates Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne made it clear they would prefer him to bat behind them. Cameron Green's back injury opened the door for his return to number four, …

Cricket-Smith drives England to 23-run lead over Sri Lanka before bad light stops play
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Cricket-Smith drives England to 23-run lead over Sri Lanka before bad light stops play

Hindustan Times  

MANCHESTER, England, - Cricket-Smith drives England to 23-run lead over Sri Lanka before bad light stops play Jamie Smith's unbeaten 72 propelled England to a 23-run lead over Sri Lanka on day two of the opening test on Thursday at Old Trafford where only 57 overs were bowled after the first session was washed out and bad light stopped play. …

Jamie Smith continues to impress as England edge ahead against Sri Lanka
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jamie Smith continues to impress as England edge ahead against Sri Lanka

The Independent  

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Steve Smith's woes continue as Australia star suffers nightmare knock at opener with Pat Cummins's side facing uphill task to win Test against New Zealand
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Steve Smith's woes continue as Australia star suffers nightmare knock at opener with Pat Cummins's side facing uphill task to win Test against New Zealand

Daily Mail  

Steve Smith's woes as Australia's new opening batter continued as the veteran scored just nine runs and burnt a review in New Zealand. New Zealand flipped the script on decades of Australian trans-Tasman Test dominance on day three in Christchurch, cashing in on a day that held rich promise. The Australia star has struggled as David Warner's replacement at the …

Australia vs West Indies, 1st Test: Will Steve Smith's opening gambit pay off?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Australia vs West Indies, 1st Test: Will Steve Smith's opening gambit pay off?

Hindustan Times  

Why will anybody move away from batting at No. Like many things about Steve Smith’s sui generis batting technique and yet stupendous Test record, this is another seemingly unfathomable aspect that underlines his inclination to take on challenges. So, when Australia face West Indies in the first Test at the Adelaide Oval beginning on Wednesday, it will be Smith who …

'Nearly vomited': Ex-Australia cricketer Kim Hughes slams Steve Smith's 'Test opener' move, targets selectors
11 months, 3 weeks ago

'Nearly vomited': Ex-Australia cricketer Kim Hughes slams Steve Smith's 'Test opener' move, targets selectors

India TV News  

Steve Smith, the Australian Test superstar is all excited to get to the top of the order for the national team in the longest format of the game and has been given confidence by the chief selector George Bailey for the move. Hughes was most disappointed for Cameron Bancroft, the Australian batter, who has done well as an opener in …

Steve Smith relishing chance to open for Australia
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Steve Smith relishing chance to open for Australia

The Hindu  

Steve Smith said Sunday he felt obligated to step up and replace David Warner as Australia’s Test opener, but also admitted it suited him because he got bored waiting to come in at four. “They were obviously very keen to get Cameron in the side as well and play our best six batters, and for me it didn’t sit right …

World Cup 2023 Final: Steve Smith fails to review potential not out in India vs Australia clash
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup 2023 Final: Steve Smith fails to review potential not out in India vs Australia clash

Firstpost  

It was a slower off-cutter from Bumrah and Smith, looking to play it straight missed on this occasion and was struck on the back pad. Australia’s Steve Smith could have had his fortunes changed had he opted for a review during his team’s 2023 Cricket World Cup Final against India in Ahmedabad on Sunday. Australia were chasing India’s total of …

Jonny Bairstow breaks silence on Lord’s stumping as he reopens Ashes wounds
1 year, 2 months ago

Jonny Bairstow breaks silence on Lord’s stumping as he reopens Ashes wounds

The Independent  

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R Ashwin gives verdict after umpire Nitin Menon's controversial Steve Smith call draws boos during 5th Ashes Test
1 year, 5 months ago

R Ashwin gives verdict after umpire Nitin Menon's controversial Steve Smith call draws boos during 5th Ashes Test

Hindustan Times  

The second day of the fifth Ashes Test turned out to be an attritional affair with Australia choosing to blunt out the England attack and ending up with a 12-run lead. It was some lower order effort that pushed Australia past England's total and talismanic batter Steve Smith is the one who led it. Menon's decision was initially met with …

R Ashwin, fans hail third umpire Nitin Menon for great call as Steve Smith survives debatable run out - WATCH
1 year, 5 months ago

R Ashwin, fans hail third umpire Nitin Menon for great call as Steve Smith survives debatable run out - WATCH

India TV News  

Australia ended the second day of the fifth Ashes Test with a 12-run lead which they might or might not be happy with as Steve Smith stood tall for the visitors, not for the first time at the Oval against England. The incident took place in the 78th over of the innings when Smith tucked in a short Chris Woakes …

Jonny Bairstow and Mark Wood strengthen England’s position in fourth Ashes Test
1 year, 5 months ago

Jonny Bairstow and Mark Wood strengthen England’s position in fourth Ashes Test

The Independent  

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Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith frustrate England’s bid for quick wickets
1 year, 5 months ago

Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith frustrate England’s bid for quick wickets

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‘His dismissal was so un-Smith like…’: Ex-Australia captain Mark Taylor sums up Australia star’s poor Ashes form
1 year, 5 months ago

‘His dismissal was so un-Smith like…’: Ex-Australia captain Mark Taylor sums up Australia star’s poor Ashes form

Hindustan Times  

England staged a comeback to stun Australia in the 3rd Ashes Test at Headingley in Leeds. The match also saw Steve Smith fail to have an impact in his 100th Test as the Aussies failed to grab a series-clinching victory. Speaking to World Wide of Sports, former Australia captain Mark Taylor criticised Smith and pointed out that his dismissal in …

‘Thought we had seen this before’ - Fans react to Bairstow’s controversial Ashes dismissal on Day 5 of Lord’s Test
1 year, 6 months ago

‘Thought we had seen this before’ - Fans react to Bairstow’s controversial Ashes dismissal on Day 5 of Lord’s Test

The Hindu  

Jonny Bairstow’s controversial dismissal in the second Ashes Test at Lord’s on Sunday sent the crowd into an unprecedented rage, with Australian players abused by spectators in the famous Pavilion Long Room. Bairstow was livid and the usually sedate Lord’s crowd responded by chanting “Same old Aussies always cheating” while booing rang around the famous old arena for several minutes. …

Watch: Jonny Bairstow shellshocked after enduring rarest of rare run-out in 2nd Ashes Test, England crowd livid
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: Jonny Bairstow shellshocked after enduring rarest of rare run-out in 2nd Ashes Test, England crowd livid

Hindustan Times  

The second half of the morning session on Day 5 did witness an absolute carnage from Ben Stokes, who raced away to his Test century to singled-handedly keep England hopes alive and might just pull off a Headingley-like classic on Sunday afternoon at the Lord's, yet the most talked-about and replayed part of the entertaining second Ashes Test will be …

Ashes 2023: Steve Smith's advice turned things around for Australia on Day 2
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes 2023: Steve Smith's advice turned things around for Australia on Day 2

Firstpost  

England were in command until Tea break on Day 2 of the second Test before losing way to Australia’s short-ball strategy. England were in complete control of proceedings on Day 2 of the second Test against Australia at Lord’s on Thursday. You ask most of the fast bowlers, they probably wouldn’t want to keep charging in and bowling short stuff, …

Ashes: Steve Smith's controversial catch to dismiss Joe Root reminds fans of Green's grab in WTC final - Watch
1 year, 6 months ago

Ashes: Steve Smith's controversial catch to dismiss Joe Root reminds fans of Green's grab in WTC final - Watch

India TV News  

The second day of the Lord's Ashes Test ended with the match being tantalisingly poised as England scored 278 runs for the loss of four wickets after Australia posted a huge total of 416 runs on the board after losing the toss. While Ben Duckett fell two runs short of his maiden Ashes century, it was a day that belonged …

Day two of second Ashes Test – England need wickets as Steve Smith nears century
1 year, 6 months ago

Day two of second Ashes Test – England need wickets as Steve Smith nears century

The Independent  

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Anchor Steve Smith, enforcer Travis Head make England work hard at Lord’s
1 year, 6 months ago

Anchor Steve Smith, enforcer Travis Head make England work hard at Lord’s

Hindustan Times  

Back-to-back century stands anchored by an unruffled and unbeaten Steve Smith, bookended by contrasting knocks from Marnus Labuschagne and Travis Head, powered Australia to a formidable position before Joe Root took two wickets in an over to offer a semblance of fightback from England on the first day of the second Ashes Test at Lord’s on Wednesday. Steve Smith and …

ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test: Smith keeps Australia ahead on the first day against England
1 year, 6 months ago

ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test: Smith keeps Australia ahead on the first day against England

The Hindu  

Steve Smith scored an unbeaten 85 to guide Australia to 339 for five as England wasted favourable bowling conditions on the first day of the second Ashes Test at Lord’s on Wednesday. Joe Root removed Head and Cameron Green in the same over to give England late hope but the day firmly belonged to Australia. England’s Joe Root celebrates after …

'We saw you cry on telly': Barmy Army gives Steve Smith a brutal Sandpaper Gate reminder during 1st Ashes Test - Watch
1 year, 6 months ago

'We saw you cry on telly': Barmy Army gives Steve Smith a brutal Sandpaper Gate reminder during 1st Ashes Test - Watch

Hindustan Times  

Test cricket in England, against England, is among the most daunting tasks. Australia star Steve Smith witnessed it on Day 3 of the 1st Ashes Test at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground where he was tormented by England cricket team's official fan group, leading up to his dismissal by Stuart Broad that gave the hosts an edge in the series opener. …

Rohit Sharma after WTC final loss: Travis Head, Steve Smith centuries caught us off guard
1 year, 6 months ago

Rohit Sharma after WTC final loss: Travis Head, Steve Smith centuries caught us off guard

The Hindu  

India captain Rohit Sharma admitted that Australia batters Travis Head and Steve Smith’s first-innings hundreds attacked his team’s plans in the ICC World Test Championship final at the Kennington Oval in London on Sunday. India conceded a mammoth 469 to Australia, led by Head and Smith, the first two centurions in a WTC final. Rohit, however, lauded the fightback led …

WATCH: Mohammed Siraj and Steve Smith exchange heated words in WTC Final
1 year, 7 months ago

WATCH: Mohammed Siraj and Steve Smith exchange heated words in WTC Final

India TV News  

India and Australia are currently battling it out at the Oval in the World Test Championship final. It was a good effort considering the way Steve Smith and Travis Head batted on the opening day. The Aussies were 327/3 at the end of day's play and things looked ominous after Smith brought up his 31st Test ton on the first …

Jonny Bairstow hits 97 runs for Yorkshire on injury comeback
1 year, 8 months ago

Jonny Bairstow hits 97 runs for Yorkshire on injury comeback

The Hindu  

Jonny Bairstow scored 97 runs for Yorkshire’s second string against Nottinghamshire on his return from a leg injury, as the England batter looks to build his fitness ahead of the home Ashes series against Australia. Yorkshire’s 2nd XI coach Tom Smith said Bairstow was a “little bit nervous” ahead of the match but settled in quickly as he batted at …

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