‘I’m averaging 60’: Australia’s Smith bemused by opener queries
The HinduAustralia test opener Steve Smith has batted away criticism of his promotion to the top of the order, suggesting doubters take a look at the statistics. Long settled at number four in Australia’s test setup, Smith replaced long-serving opener David Warner for the West Indies series, prompting some scepticism from pundits about his ability to handle the extra bounce and swing on offer from the new ball. “There was a lot of commentary around I’d failed in two or three innings or whatever it was,” Smith told reporters in Melbourne on Wednesday. I’ve batted against a new ball numerous times coming in early.” Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards 2024 Smith will be back down to number four for the opener of the one-day series against West Indies starting in Melbourne on Friday, and will lead the hosts in Pat Cummins’s absence.
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