Australia's Steve Smith uncertain about Test future as he celebrates century against South Africa
2 years ago

Australia's Steve Smith uncertain about Test future as he celebrates century against South Africa

ABC  

Steve Smith says he is unsure how much longer he will play Test cricket, admitting he is adopting a tour-by-tour approach to his future. Key points: Steve Smith says he cannot put a timeline on when he will retire He scored 104 on day two of the third Test against South Africa in Sydney Smith sits in equal third place on the list of the most Test centuries by an Australian Smith remains at the top of his game, having scored 104 on day two of the third Test against South Africa at the SCG. Earlier in the summer, Smith doubted whether he had enough time left in his career to surpass Ponting's Australian record of Test centuries. Khawaja piles on runs at the SCG Photo shows Australia batter Usman Khawaja punches the air as he runs and shouts to celebrate a century in the SCG Test against South Africa Usman Khawaja grew up just down the road from the Sydney Cricket Ground and it might as well be his backyard, considering how well he bats there.

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Indian Steve Smith? Young batter meticulously imitates Australian batter, watch video
1 day, 8 hours ago

Indian Steve Smith? Young batter meticulously imitates Australian batter, watch video

India Today  

Cricket fans are marvelling at a video showcasing a young Indian batter imitating Australian cricket maestro Steve Smith with astonishing accuracy. The video, which has taken social media by storm, shows the young batter emulating Smith’s signature shuffle across the crease, his exaggerated backlift, and even the trademark fidgety movements before taking strike. Steve Smith, regarded as one of the …

Steve Smith attributes missing out on 10,000 Test runs milestone to tough SCG pitch
2 days, 8 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 …

AUS vs IND: Steve Smith misses out on reaching 10000 Test runs, stuck at 9999
4 days, 8 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 …

ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli slips to 24th, Rohit Sharma on 40 after MCG Test
1 week, 1 day ago

ICC Test Rankings: Virat Kohli slips to 24th, Rohit Sharma on 40 after MCG Test

India Today  

Star India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have suffered massive dips in the latest ICC Test rankings update on Wednesday, January 1. Following his continuous poor showing, the star batter has continued to experience drop in the Test batting rankings and now finds himself on the 24th spot with 633 ratings to his name. Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024: Full …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Steve Smith praises ‘mad’ teen prodigy Sam Konstas
1 week, 2 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Steve Smith praises ‘mad’ teen prodigy Sam Konstas

The Hindu  

After Australia beat India in the Boxing Day Test to take a 2-1 lead in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, Steve Smith was all praise for his young teammate Sam Konstas, highlighting his burst of energy. His stunning scoops and laps off Bumrah brought him global attention, giving his side an edge over India, and Smith appreciatively called the teen …

Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's sparkling 82, Australia hold advantage over India on Day 2 at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

Despite Yashasvi Jaiswal's sparkling 82, Australia hold advantage over India on Day 2 at MCG

Firstpost  

Yashasvi Jaiswal helped India recover from a shaky start after Australia posted 474 on the board, only for the visitors to lose wickets in a heap towards the evening session after the southpaw’s run-out. AP Rohit Sharma flopped yet again despite moving himself back to the top of the order while India suffered yet another batting collapse in the ongoing …

Steve Smith’s 34th test century puts Australia in control over India on 2nd day of 4th test
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1 week, 6 days ago

Steve Smith’s 34th test century puts Australia in control over India on 2nd day of 4th test

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Steve Smith’s stylish century, his 34th, powered Australia to a strong position against India at lunch Friday on the second day of the fourth test of the five-match series. Debutant teenager Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne and Smith all made half-centuries in front of a crowd of over 87,242 on Thursday’s first day’s play. Cummins and …

Steve Smith overtakes Joe Root to smash most Test centuries vs India; equals Gavaskar, Lara in all-time list
1 week, 6 days ago

Steve Smith overtakes Joe Root to smash most Test centuries vs India; equals Gavaskar, Lara in all-time list

Hindustan Times  

Australia's Steve Smith continued on his solid form, following up his century in Brisbane with another three-figure score, securing his 34th Test century during the Boxing Day Test against India in Melbourne. Australia's Steve Smith celebrates reaching his century on the second day of the fourth Test His brilliant knock has been a vital contribution to Australia’s strong position on …

Steve Smith surpasses Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar, sets record for most centuries in Border Gavaskar Trophy
1 week, 6 days ago

Steve Smith surpasses Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar, sets record for most centuries in Border Gavaskar Trophy

Live Mint  

Former Australia captain and veteran batsman Steve Smith has overtaken Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar to claim the title of most centuries scored in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The eccentric right-hander has now scored 10 centuries in the Border Gavaskar Trophy, compared to 9 each for Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar. Steve Smith vs Virat Kohli: Steve Smith has also …

Steve Smith breaks Joe Root's all-time record against India with hundred in boxing day Test at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

Steve Smith breaks Joe Root's all-time record against India with hundred in boxing day Test at MCG

India TV News  

Steve Smith's love affair with India's bowling attack witnessed another historic chapter on Friday as the star batter scored his 11th Test hundred against the Asian side while playing in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Most Test centuries against India Player Test hundreds vs India Steve Smith 11 Joe Root 10 Sir Garfield Sobers 8 Sir …

Respect beyond rivalry: Virat Kohli wins hearts with special Steve Smith gesture
1 week, 6 days ago

Respect beyond rivalry: Virat Kohli wins hearts with special Steve Smith gesture

India Today  

After facing criticism for his on-field altercation with Sam Konstas, Virat Kohli once again showed his sportsmanship with a heartwarming gesture towards Steve Smith in the Boxing Day Test. The International Cricket Council fined Kohli 20% of his match fees and handed him one demerit point for shoulder-charging Australian youngster Sam Konstas during the opening day of the Test. Meanwhile, …

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: Steve Smith hits 11th Test hundred vs India, most by any batter
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND: Steve Smith hits 11th Test hundred vs India, most by any batter

India Today  

Star Australian batter Steve Smith continued his love affair with the Melbourne Cricket Ground by hitting his second successive Test hundred in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy. Smith broke former England Test captain Joe Root's record for the most Test centuries against India on Friday, December 27. This was Smith's 11th Test hundred against India, most by any batter. Most …

Steve Smith joins Don Bradman in elite club with 10th 50 plus score in MCG Tests
2 weeks ago

Steve Smith joins Don Bradman in elite club with 10th 50 plus score in MCG Tests

India Today  

Steve Smith has joined the legendary Don Bradman in an elite list of batters to have got 10 or more scores of 50 plus in Tests at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia vs India, 4th Test, Day 1 Updates Chappell is on top of the list with 13 fifty plus scores from 17 Tests. Bradman and Ponting are second …

‘Virat Kohli, Steve Smith have slipped down the ranks…’: Ravi Shastri predicts Fab Four's bottom two to bounce back
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

‘Virat Kohli, Steve Smith have slipped down the ranks…’: Ravi Shastri predicts Fab Four's bottom two to bounce back

Hindustan Times  

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that Virat Kohli and Steve Smith, who are lagging behind amongst the Fab four, will be dangerous and hungry to bounce back in the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia's Steve Smith talks with India's Virat Kohli as they walk off the ground for the tea break on day two of …

IND vs AUS: Jasprit Bumrah, Steve Smith in line for mega milestones in MCG Test
2 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Jasprit Bumrah, Steve Smith in line for mega milestones in MCG Test

India Today  

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah and senior Australia batter Steve Smith are up for massive milestones in the 4th Test match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India and Australia will face each other next in the Boxing Day Test match, set to be played at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Full Coverage Australia batter Steve Smith, who lit up …

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith hails 'special player' Travis Head after latter's back-to-back tons against India
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith hails 'special player' Travis Head after latter's back-to-back tons against India

Firstpost  

Steve Smith hailed Travis Head as a ‘special’ player after the latter’s century on Day 2 of the third Test against India in Brisbane on Sunday. Australia batter Steve Smith had words of praise for Travis Head after the latter scored a second consecutive Test century, on Day 2 of the third Test against India on Sunday. “I had a …

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 …

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: Pure Domination From Australia As India Are Decimated At Stumps, Day 2
3 weeks, 3 days ago

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: Pure Domination From Australia As India Are Decimated At Stumps, Day 2

ABP News  

AUS Vs IND, 3rd Test: Australia end Day 2 on a high, as Sunday belonged entirely to three people during the 3rd Test match at The Gabba in Brisbane - Steve Smith, Travis Head, and Jasprit Bumrah. At Stumps Day 2, Australia are 405/7, with Mitchell Starc and Alex Carey at the crease, and the duo will carry the overnight …

AUS vs IND: Gritty Steve Smith bounces back, ends 25-innings wait for Test hundred
3 weeks, 4 days ago

AUS vs IND: Gritty Steve Smith bounces back, ends 25-innings wait for Test hundred

India Today  

Star Australia batter Steve Smith bounced back to form during Day 2 of the third Test against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane. AUS vs IND 3rd Test Day 2 Live However, the right-handed batter managed to stay at the crease and weathered the storm. Smith shifted gears in the third session He brought up his 42nd fifty off 128 balls …

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith, Travis Head centuries propel Australia to 405/7 on Day 2 of Brisbane Test
3 weeks, 4 days ago

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith, Travis Head centuries propel Australia to 405/7 on Day 2 of Brisbane Test

Firstpost  

IND vs AUS 3rd Test Live Score Today: Steve Smith and Travis Head scored centuries as Australia posted 405/7 on Day 2 of the third Test against India in Brisbane on Sunday. Australia's Travis Head and Steve Smith forged a double century stand for the fourth wicket against India on Day 2 of the third Test on Sunday. IND vs …

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 …

India vs Australia: Head, Smith score centuries in third Test at The Gabba
3 weeks, 4 days ago

India vs Australia: Head, Smith score centuries in third Test at The Gabba

Al Jazeera  

Australia stage a middle order fightback to pass 400 against India on day two of the third Test in Brisbane. Steve Smith clambered out of his form slump with a drought-breaking century and Travis Head smashed another big century as Australia posted a commanding 405 for seven on day two of the third Test against India in Brisbane. “I missed …

'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 …

Cricket-Australia's Smith consults 'Mr Cricket' in bid to arrest slump
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Cricket-Australia's Smith consults 'Mr Cricket' in bid to arrest slump

Hindustan Times  

MELBOURNE, - Australia batsman Steve Smith is weighing a "less is more" approach to training in a bid to arrest his form slump following advice from former teammate Mike Hussey during the first test against India. Cricket-Australia's Smith consults 'Mr Cricket' in bid to arrest slump Once the team's batting maestro, 35-year-old Smith heads into the third test in Brisbane …

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. …

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 …

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 vs IND, Australia Stats Preview: Steve Smith, Pat Cummins near major landmarks
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AUS vs IND, Australia Stats Preview: Steve Smith, Pat Cummins near major landmarks

India Today  

Pat Cummins’ Australia have a massive task in their hands when they face India in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Here are some records Australia can look forward to in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 315 – Runs Steve Smith needs to become the fourth Australian batter to reach the landmark of 10,000 runs in Test cricket. 513 – Runs Steve Smith needs …

Harris thrusts himself into pole position in Australia 'bat-off'
2 months ago

Harris thrusts himself into pole position in Australia 'bat-off'

Hindustan Times  

Marcus Harris hit a patient and timely 74 against India A on Friday to thrust himself into prime contention to open for Australia in the first of five Tests against the tourists this month. Harris thrusts himself into pole position in Australia 'bat-off' The diminutive 32-year-old steered Australia A to 223 in reply to India A's 161 on day two …

Australia's struggle to find a proper Test replacement for David Warner a sign of things to come as golden generation edges towards retirement
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia's struggle to find a proper Test replacement for David Warner a sign of things to come as golden generation edges towards retirement

ABC  

It is not often in cricket where a tour match gains notoriety, but more than 21 years ago at the Adelaide Oval, that is exactly what happened. Despite fielding a line-up featuring three World Cup winners and two players who would go on to captain the country, the Sri Lankans were rolled for just 65 by Australia's second stringers. David …

Warner's Retirement U-turn: Can he stage a comeback for Australia?
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Warner's Retirement U-turn: Can he stage a comeback for Australia?

Firstpost  

David Warner has expressed his desire to return to the Australian Test team for the upcoming series against India in November. Despite making his final appearance in the T20 World Cup earlier this year, Warner has changed his mind and is keen to play one last match for his country. However, he faces competition from Cameron Bancroft, Marcus Harris, and …

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, …

Smith's Decision to Bat at Number Four Sparks Debate
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Smith's Decision to Bat at Number Four Sparks Debate

ABP News  

Steve Smith reveals the reason behind his decision to move back to his earlier batting position of number four in the Australian Test team's batting lineup ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Smith scored 171 runs in 8 innings at an average of 28.50 as an opener, but he felt that batting at number four was no longer where …

Steve Smith to open against India in Border Gavaskar Trophy? Australia head coach gives his opinion
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Steve Smith to open against India in Border Gavaskar Trophy? Australia head coach gives his opinion

India TV News  

Steve Smith's batting position in Tests is already a talking point more than two months before the much-anticipated series against India. Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald was also asked about Smith's batting position and he stated no firm decision has been made on the matter yet. Steve Smith's record while opening and at number four in Tests Batting position Innings …

Aussie Test great Steve Smith to add real credibility to $174million US Major League Cricket after signing with Washington Freedom
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Aussie Test great Steve Smith to add real credibility to $174million US Major League Cricket after signing with Washington Freedom

Daily Mail  

Test great Steve Smith is to play for Washington Freedom in the second season of Major League Cricket as the Australian influence in the American T20 competition gathers pace. The 34-year-old Smith will link up with another batting great, coach Ricky Ponting, in the capital-based franchise after the T20 World Cup in the US, where he still hopes to represent …

Smith admits he needs to turn it around as Australia's Test opener
9 months ago

Smith admits he needs to turn it around as Australia's Test opener

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, Australia batter Steve Smith has admitted finding it ‘challenging’ as an opener in Test cricket but is eager to turn it around after going through a rough patch since taking up the role. The promotion in the batting order certainly has not worked for the 34-year-old Smith, considered one of Australia's best-ever, since he has averaged a mere 28.50 …

Former Australia captain feels Steve Smith can dominate next summer as opener
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Former Australia captain feels Steve Smith can dominate next summer as opener

India TV News  

Former Australia captain Tim Paine feels that adversaries would want Steven Smith to continue as an opener in Test cricket. "I would love to see him succeed as an opener, I think he can, there's no doubt about that, he's good enough to bat anywhere, but as an opposition player I want him at the top of the order because …

Daily Quiz | On players who have played 100 or more Test matches
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Daily Quiz | On players who have played 100 or more Test matches

The Hindu  

Daily Quiz | On players who have played 100 or more Test matches Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit YOUR SCORE 0 /7 RETAKE THE QUIZ 1 / 7 | Who was the first ever player to appear in 100 Test matches? He scored 104 in the 1st innings of his 100th test SHOW ANSWER 2 / …

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 …

NZ vs AUS second Test | Williamson strikes half-century in his 100th Test as New Zealand takes lead against Australia
9 months, 4 weeks ago

NZ vs AUS second Test | Williamson strikes half-century in his 100th Test as New Zealand takes lead against Australia

The Hindu  

Kane Williamson gave the fans what they came for with a fighting half century in his 100th test Saturday on the second day of the second test between New Zealand and Australia. The pair steered New Zealand from 6-1 to 111-2, erasing Australia's first innings lead of 94, before Williamson was out for 51. This time Williamson lived up to …

Graeme Smith has a plan – but is it too late to save South African cricket?
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Graeme Smith has a plan – but is it too late to save South African cricket?

The Independent  

When Graeme Smith made his Test debut back in 2002, the cricket world was a very different place. open image in gallery Graeme Smith played 117 Test matches for South Africa, and just 33 Twenty20 internationals “But it’s not only the commercial benefit. “International cricket needs South Africa to be strong, it needs countries like Sri Lanka to be strong …

Kane Williamson levels Steve Smith's record with his heroics vs South Africa
11 months ago

Kane Williamson levels Steve Smith's record with his heroics vs South Africa

India TV News  

The ongoing Test series between New Zealand and South Africa was always anticipated to be one-sided with the visitors sending a second-string squad thanks to the series clashing with SA20. To make things worse for the new-look South Africa side, Kane Williamson has hit the strides in the opening Test itself on his comeback from injury and has plundered runs …

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 …

Steve Smith to take his talents to the top and open Australia's innings in 1st Test against West Indies
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Steve Smith to take his talents to the top and open Australia's innings in 1st Test against West Indies

The Hindu  

If the last Test against Pakistan was all about David Warner's pending retirement, the series-opener against West Indies centers around newly-promoted opener Steve Smith. “It’s pretty game, I suppose, with a brand new ball; bowling short stuff and wasting it,” Smith told Australian Associated Press. Pakistan's loss at the SCG kept the Test team winless in Australia since 1995, and …

Smith to take his talents to the top and open Australia’s innings in 1st test against West Indies
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Smith to take his talents to the top and open Australia’s innings in 1st test against West Indies

Associated Press  

If the last test against Pakistan was all about David Warner’s pending retirement, the series-opener against West Indies centers around newly-promoted opener Steve Smith. “It’s pretty game, I suppose, with a brand new ball; bowling short stuff and wasting it,” Smith told Australian Associated Press. Seeing someone who has basically achieved everything in the game get really excited for a …

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 …

David Warner fares well in final Test outing as Australia whitewash Pakistan 3-0
1 year ago

David Warner fares well in final Test outing as Australia whitewash Pakistan 3-0

India TV News  

David Warner led the charge with a fifty in his final red-ball outing to help Australia beat Pakistan by eight wickets in the New Year's Test in Sydney on January 6 and complete a clinical whitewash 3-0 in the three-match Test series at home. Chasing a mediocre total of 130 in the final innings, Australia lost Usman Khawaja for naught …

Steve Smith's rumoured move to open for Australia one of many decisions likely to define its next generation
1 year ago

Steve Smith's rumoured move to open for Australia one of many decisions likely to define its next generation

ABC  

The timing was curious, leaking and spreading with the precision of a calculated political PR play. The little birdies were chirping, and they were all saying the same thing — Steve Smith as Australia's next Test opener, how about it? At that time, with play concluded on day two, Smith was one of the not out batters in the midst …

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