Australia's Smith Makes Bold Decision Not to Open in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
2 months ago

Australia's Smith Makes Bold Decision Not to Open in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

India Today  

Steve Smith has finally addressed his decision not to open in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India. He will return to the No. 4 position and will not open against India. Smith stated that he was not particularly fixated on any specific batting position when captain Pat Cummins and coach Andrew McDonald asked him earlier this month, but he preferred to bat at No. 4. He also noted that Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne encouraged him to return to No. 4, expressing a desire for the security of having their best batter positioned behind them in the lineup.

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Steve Smith delighted after gutsy 101 in Brisbane: Nice to get some luck early
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1 week, 1 day 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
1 week, 1 day 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 nowhere near his best: Vaughan, Border on batter's knock in Brisbane
1 week, 2 days ago

Steve Smith nowhere near his best: Vaughan, Border on batter's knock in Brisbane

India Today  

Michael Vaughan and Allan Border were left unimpressed by Steve Smith's knock on Day 2 of the Brisbane Test on December 15, Sunday. Australia vs India 2nd Test, Day 2 Live Updates Border frustrated with Smith's constant technique changes Border wasn't convinced by Smith's constant changes in technique after his initial approach in the series failed. Border was baffled that …

"Not out of form, just out of runs...": Steve Smith breaks silence on dry run ahead of Brisbane Test
1 week, 3 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 …

Steve Smith will have his stumps attacked until he regains form: Matthew Hayden
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Will Steve Smith Play IND vs AUS 2nd Test? Australia Star Faces Injury Scare Ahead Of Day-Night Game
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Fresh injury scare for Australia as Steve Smith exits nets after getting injured
3 weeks ago

Fresh injury scare for Australia as Steve Smith exits nets after getting injured

India Today  

Senior Australia batter Steve Smith left the nets after getting hit on his finger during practice. Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25: Full Coverage Earlier, former Australia batter Ricky Ponting has asked Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne to take a note out of Virat Kohli’s book. Speaking on the ICC Review, Ponting said that the Australia batters will do well to follow Virat …

Need to be proactive against Ashwin, says Smith ahead of Border Gavaskar Trophy series
1 month ago

Need to be proactive against Ashwin, says Smith ahead of Border Gavaskar Trophy series

The Hindu  

Australian batting talisman Steve Smith wants to adopt a proactive approach against Ravichandran Ashwin in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy to avoid his struggles against the Indian spinner during the 2020-21 series. Ashwin’s Test bowling average stands at a modest 42.15 in Australia compared to his home average of 21.57. “So, you’re facing those mental challenges each game, and if it …

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

Warner Open to Reprising as Border Gavaskar Opener
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2 months ago

Warner Open to Reprising as Border Gavaskar Opener

ABP News  

Former Australia opener David Warner has hinted at a potential return to the international scene for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While he has retired in the past, he is now open to playing against India if needed. The Australian home series against India will be crucial for their quest to qualify for the final of the World Test Championship.

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

Smith's batting stance under scrutiny as Border-Gavaskar decision looms
2 months ago

Smith's batting stance under scrutiny as Border-Gavaskar decision looms

India Today  

Steve Smith has finally addressed his decision not to open in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. He will return to the No. 4 position and will not open against India. Smith was encouraged by Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne to return to No. 4, as they wanted security behind him in the lineup. He will fill the gap in the middle …

Steve Smith to open against India in Border Gavaskar Trophy? Australia head coach gives his opinion
3 months, 2 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 …

'If he doesn't think opening is right spot for him...': Ponting on Steve Smith as opener in India Test series
4 months, 1 week ago

'If he doesn't think opening is right spot for him...': Ponting on Steve Smith as opener in India Test series

India TV News  

There are still over three months left for India's five-match Test series against Australia Down Under, however, since it is a highly-anticipated assignment, especially with the World Test Championship final spot on the line, the fans, the experts and the former cricketers have already started talking about the possible combinations, the changes, the results, etc. For Australia, there's not much …

Smith admits he needs to turn it around as Australia's Test opener
8 months, 2 weeks 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, 1 week 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 …

Steve Smith likely to continue as opener in India series, hints Australia coach Andrew McDonald
9 months, 1 week ago

Steve Smith likely to continue as opener in India series, hints Australia coach Andrew McDonald

Hindustan Times  

Steve Smith's stuttering outings as opener have come under scrutiny, but Australia coach Andrew McDonald hinted that the prolific batter is set to continue in his role at least until the home series against India later this year. Australia's Steven Smith India will visit Australia between November this year and January, 2025, to defend the Border-Gavaskar Trophy which they have …

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, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 …

'Only reason I went down to No 4 was...': Smith reveals why he told selectors that he wanted to open in Tests
11 months, 1 week ago

'Only reason I went down to No 4 was...': Smith reveals why he told selectors that he wanted to open in Tests

India TV News  

After scoring 9,514 runs at an average of 58, Steve Smith isn't content with the returns and his batting position as the 34-year-old decided to move up to the top of the order in Test cricket. Speaking to the reporters at the Adelaide Oval ahead of the first Test against West Indies starting Wednesday, January 7, Smith said that he …

Steve Smith relishing chance to open for Australia
11 months, 1 week 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 …

Nothing new or foreign to me: Steven Smith on opener role in Tests
11 months, 1 week ago

Nothing new or foreign to me: Steven Smith on opener role in Tests

The Hindu  

Gearing up to open batting for Australia in Tests, Steve Smith on January 13 asserted that it was not a new role for him since he has the experience batting at No. With Smith set to open alongside Usman Khawaja, he said that he had been waiting for a long time to bat up the order, especially since Marnus Labuschagne …

Smith to open, Green recalled as Australia opts against picking a specialist to replace Warner
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Smith to open, Green recalled as Australia opts against picking a specialist to replace Warner

Associated Press  

Steve Smith was elevated to open the batting to make room for Cameron Green’s recall to Australia’s test XI after selectors opted not to pick a specialist to replace the retired David Warner for the series-opening match against West Indies. 4 in his first test since losing his spot as allrounder to Mitch Marsh last July The 13-player squad includes …

Michael Clarke makes a RIDICULOUS prediction about Steve Smith's future as Aussie cricket legends are split over whether he should replace David Warner
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Michael Clarke makes a RIDICULOUS prediction about Steve Smith's future as Aussie cricket legends are split over whether he should replace David Warner

Daily Mail  

Cricket greats Matthew Hayden and Mark Taylor are on different pages when it comes to David Warner's successor at Test level - but Michael Clarke has proved he is reading a different book altogether with an incredible claim about how Steve Smith will go opening the batting for Australia. Hayden, 52, has endorsed fellow Queenslander Matt Renshaw as the man …

'We'll consider all options': Andrew McDonald on Steve Smith's keenness to open after David Warner era
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'We'll consider all options': Andrew McDonald on Steve Smith's keenness to open after David Warner era

India TV News  

The post-David Warner era can be a tough time for Australia with the legendary opener's shoes being very hard to fill. With Aussies thinking of a new partner for Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith's keenness to open if needed seems to have thrown the weight behind him, especially with the success he has had in the format. Notably, Australia's head coach …

Steve Smith's rumoured move to open for Australia one of many decisions likely to define its next generation
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

'I am not in a hurry to...': Steve Smith opens up about his retirement plans
1 year ago

'I am not in a hurry to...': Steve Smith opens up about his retirement plans

India TV News  

Australia batter Steve Smith is gearing up for the upcoming three-match Test series against Pakistan. Smith hasn't been a regular in T20s but is striving hard to become one and also played a couple of matches soon after the World Cup final in the T20I series against India. I think the boys feel like they're in a good place and …

World Cup 2023: Massive concern around Steve Smith for Australia ahead of Afghanistan clash in Mumbai – India TV
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup 2023: Massive concern around Steve Smith for Australia ahead of Afghanistan clash in Mumbai – India TV

India TV News  

After registering a crucial win over arch-rivals England, Australia are scheduled to face Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday. However, ahead of the clash, the five-time champions have a major fitness concern to handle related to former captain Steve Smith. While speaking to the reporters in Mumbai, Smith stated that he has been feeling the symptoms of …

Steve Smith hopeful of taking opening role for Australia in T20Is with both hands
1 year, 4 months ago

Steve Smith hopeful of taking opening role for Australia in T20Is with both hands

India Today  

Star Australian batter Steve Smith has expressed his excitement about partnering with David Warner at the top of the batting order in T20 Internationals for his nation. Known for his unparalleled batting skills and strategic mind, Smith is eager to take this opportunity “with both hands”, underscoring his readiness to adapt and provide his services wherever needed for his team. …

Steve Smith to open in T20Is? Selector reveals Australia's big T20 World Cup 2024 plan starting with SA series
1 year, 4 months ago

Steve Smith to open in T20Is? Selector reveals Australia's big T20 World Cup 2024 plan starting with SA series

India TV News  

Australia's transition in T20Is has begun with the announcement of the squad for the upcoming three-match series against South Africa. Australia, who will be playing their first game since the T20 World Cup 2022 which was the last for former skipper Aaron Finch, named Mitchell Marsh as the new captain of the T20I side for the South Africa series but …

Steve Smith to open for Australia against South Africa in T20 career first
1 year, 4 months ago

Steve Smith to open for Australia against South Africa in T20 career first

The Hindu  

Steve Smith will open the batting when Australia meets South Africa in an upcoming Twenty20 series, selectors said, putting him in the box seat to do the job alongside David Warner at next year’s World Cup. It is a remarkable renaissance for the 34-year-old, who was largely overlooked for Australia’s starting XI at last year’s failed T20 World Cup campaign. …

Steve Smith set to open for Australia in T20I series against South Africa, confirms George Bailey
1 year, 4 months ago

Steve Smith set to open for Australia in T20I series against South Africa, confirms George Bailey

India Today  

Australia's chairman of selectors, George Bailey, has confirmed that Steve Smith would be opening the batting for Australia during the T20I series against South Africa. Smith made waves in the BBL 2023 season, showcasing his exceptional batting prowess while opening for the Sydney Sixers. This has now helped Smith grab the opener's spot for the T20I series against South Africa, …

Australia’s Smith wary of following Warner’s retirement plan
1 year, 6 months ago

Australia’s Smith wary of following Warner’s retirement plan

The Hindu  

Steve Smith insists he has no plans to follow the lead of Australia team-mate David Warner by announcing an intended date for his retirement from Test cricket. Asked if he had any greater clarity about his future in the light of Warner’s comments ahead of the World Test Championship final against India, Smith told reporters at the Oval: “No”. So …

We could face similarities at Oval to what we had in India: Smith on potential spin threat ahead of WTC final
1 year, 6 months ago

We could face similarities at Oval to what we had in India: Smith on potential spin threat ahead of WTC final

The Hindu  

Australia’s batting mainstay Steve Smith is expecting batting-friendly conditions at the Oval for the World Test Championship final but feels they could face India-like conditions as the game goes on. “The Oval can present itself with some spin occasionally particularly as the game wears on so we could face some sort of similarities to what we had in India at …

Australia's Steve Smith gears up for WTC Final against India: Excited for next two months of action
1 year, 8 months ago

Australia's Steve Smith gears up for WTC Final against India: Excited for next two months of action

India Today  

Australia's star batter Steve Smith is focused on the next two months of exciting cricket action that starts with the World Test Championship final against India and culminates with the Ashes series in England. Smith stated that Australia's preparation for the ICC World Test Championship final against India is going well. I have been on a bit of a break, …

Steve Smith sounds warning for India ahead of WTC Final: Oval will be very close to Australian conditions
1 year, 9 months ago

Steve Smith sounds warning for India ahead of WTC Final: Oval will be very close to Australian conditions

India Today  

Australia captain for the Ahmedabad Test - Steve Smith has warned India ahead of the World Test Championship Final, set to be played in June. Speaking at the press conference right after the commencement of the Test series, Smith said that the Australian side was pumped after qualifying for their first World Test Championship Final and were looking forward to …

IND vs AUS: Focus on batting against spin as India eye WTC final spot in Ahmedabad Test
1 year, 9 months ago

IND vs AUS: Focus on batting against spin as India eye WTC final spot in Ahmedabad Test

India Today  

India's batting will be in focus as the Rohit Sharma-led side will look to win the Ahmedabad Test and reach their second successive World Test Championship final when they take on Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium. INDIA'S BATTING WOES The likes of Virat Kohli, and Cheteshwar Pujara, would like to spend enough time in the 22-yard zone to make …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023: Smith to captain Australia in fourth Test as Cummins remains at home
1 year, 9 months ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023: Smith to captain Australia in fourth Test as Cummins remains at home

The Hindu  

Steve Smith will captain Australia in the fourth and final test against India starting on Thursday as regular captain Pat Cummins remains in Sydney with his family, Cricket Australia said on Monday. Cummins returned home after the second test in New Delhi to be with his ailing mother after Australia had dropped 2-0 behind in the four-test series for the …

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Steve Smith demands bravery from Australia batters after massive defeat
1 year, 10 months ago

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Steve Smith demands bravery from Australia batters after massive defeat

India Today  

Steve Smith admitted that Australia’s performance in the first innings of the Nagpur Test wasn’t up to the mark especially when the pitch was fairly good for batting. We needed to get somewhere around 300 and put pressure on Indian batters,” Smith was quoted as saying to Star Sports. Smith was of the opinion that the Australian batters needed to …

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith Admits Some Aussie Batters Got Out To Pre-Determined Shots On Day 1 Of Nagpur Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1 year, 10 months ago

IND vs AUS: Steve Smith Admits Some Aussie Batters Got Out To Pre-Determined Shots On Day 1 Of Nagpur Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy

ABP News  

Nagpur: Australia vice-captain Steve Smith on Thursday rejected suggestions that his team missed a trick or two by dropping top-order batter Travis Head and by playing two off-spinners in the first Test against India here on Thursday, adding that some of Aussie batters got out playing pre-determined shots. Electing to bat first, Australia were bowled out for 177 in their …

Steve Smith feels playing a tour game on Indian pitches is 'irrelevant'
1 year, 10 months ago

Steve Smith feels playing a tour game on Indian pitches is 'irrelevant'

Firstpost  

Australia have been criticised for not including tour games, which are an integral part of a long series, in their itinerary. Sydney: After legendary Ian Healy, former Australia skipper Steve Smith has said that the team is better off training on its own rather than playing tour games on “irrelevant” Indian pitches ahead of the four-Test Border-Gavaskar series. Smith, who …

Australia vs England: ‘It was best I've felt in about six years’, Steve Smith on his innings in 1st ODI
2 years, 1 month ago

Australia vs England: ‘It was best I've felt in about six years’, Steve Smith on his innings in 1st ODI

Firstpost  

Steve Smith scored an unbeaten 80 from 77 deliveries in the first ODI against England, and was also caught mouthing, ‘I’m back baby.’ Adelaide: Star Australian batter Steve Smith is hopeful of a big summer, saying he feels in the best form with the bat in six years after a 12-month process to adjust his technique. “ was probably the …

AUS vs ENG, 1st ODI: Australia’s Smith feels in best form with bat in six years
2 years, 1 month ago

AUS vs ENG, 1st ODI: Australia’s Smith feels in best form with bat in six years

The Hindu  

Australia batter Steve Smith has issued a warning to the West Indies and South Africa, saying he feels in the best form with the bat in six years. “ was probably the best I’ve felt in about six years,” Smith told reporters on Friday. “I was just in really nice positions and I felt really good, I honestly haven’t felt …

Steve Smith hopes to convert start to a hundred in Lahore
2 years, 9 months ago

Steve Smith hopes to convert start to a hundred in Lahore

The Hindu  

Australia vice-captain Steve Smith is disappointed to have not capitalised on two good starts against Pakistan and get his first away Test century in over two years. “Look, I’ve been pretty disappointed when I’ve got out, that’s for sure,” Smith said via video conference on Saturday as Australia prepared for the third and final test starting Monday. “I haven’t got …

Ashes: Steve Smith returns as Australia's Test captain 3 years after being sacked over Sandpaper Gate
3 years ago

Ashes: Steve Smith returns as Australia's Test captain 3 years after being sacked over Sandpaper Gate

India Today  

Not many can forget the tearful media conference that Steve Smith was part of after he was sacked as Australia's Test captain in March 2018. Ashes 2nd Test, Australia vs England Day 1: Live Updates From being one of the greatest batters of the modern era, Steve Smith's fall from grace was quick. Quick zoom in on the pocket reveals …

Smith one of the candidates for Test captaincy after selectors approach CA
3 years, 1 month ago

Smith one of the candidates for Test captaincy after selectors approach CA

The Hindu  

Batting mainstay Steve Smith on Saturday emerged as one of the candidates for Australian Test captaincy after the selectors had reportedly approached the country's cricket board with a proposal to hand over the reins to the former skipper. Though vice-captain Pat Cummins remains the frontrunner for the top job, Smith is also in the reckoning, the country's cricket board said …

T20 World Cup: Steve Smith ready to demote himself in batting order if Australia's top order goes well
3 years, 1 month ago

T20 World Cup: Steve Smith ready to demote himself in batting order if Australia's top order goes well

India TV News  

The tricky and slow UAE wickets not supporting the power-hitters in the T20 World Cup, Australia batter Steve Smith is willing to change his batting order in the "scrappy" tournament to suit the requirement of his side. In a small chase of 119 against South Africa, Smith was Australia's top-scorer with his 35-run knock coming off 46 balls while batting …

Australia confident of Steve Smith's recovery for World Cup and Ashes
3 years, 4 months ago

Australia confident of Steve Smith's recovery for World Cup and Ashes

The Hindu  

The recurring elbow injury that has long plagued Steve Smith is gradually on the mend but selectors face a tricky balancing act managing the master batsman through the Twenty20 World Cup and the Ashes series. READ | IPL 2021: Steve Smith set to play in IPL after recovering from injury Selectors chair George Bailey said on Thursday he was "really …

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