Steve Smith

Steve Smith

Australian cricketer (born 1989)

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  • Appearance3
  • Performance3
  • Business1
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Steve Smith sidelined by neck injury; Cricket Australia says he’ll miss selection until December Test vs New Zealand

Steve Smith will be unavailable for selection until Australia’s home Test series against New Zealand in December, after a cervical facet joint injury was…

Why it matters — Smith’s followers will want to know when he can return to international cricket.

2 outlets

Reported by Times of India, India Today.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Australia opts to bowl and Steve Smith ruled out for SA vs AUS 3rd Test

Times of India reported that Australia chose to bowl and Steve Smith was ruled out of the third Test.

Why it matters — Steve Smith followers would note his absence from this match.

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetBusiness

Australia give Steve Smith time to prove fitness before Newlands Test, says captain Pat Cummins

Captain Pat Cummins said Australia will give Steve Smith as much time as possible to prove his fitness ahead of the third and final Test against South Africa…

Why it matters — Fans of Steve Smith would want to know his fitness status and selection prospects for the decisive Newlands Test.

1 outlet

Reported by The Guardian.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Pat Cummins says Australia will wait on Steve Smith’s role before the third Test against South Africa

Australia’s captain Pat Cummins said the side will hold off on deciding Steve Smith’s place for the third Test against South Africa, saying he remains hopeful…

Why it matters — Fans of Pat Cummins and Steve Smith will want to know how the captain’s plan could affect Smith’s return and the team’s…

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetAppearance

Steve Smith returns to Newlands, the site of his darkest chapter, as his batting comes under scrutiny

Steve Smith is back at Newlands, the venue linked to his most troubled period, while his batting is under scrutiny.

Why it matters — Followers will see how Smith handles the pressure of returning to a venue tied to his past controversies while his form…

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Faf du Plessis told Steve Smith ‘you did nothing wrong’ and offered support during the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal

During the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal, Faf du Plessis reached out to Steve Smith to offer his support and said Smith had done nothing wrong.

Why it matters — Followers of du Plessis may note his public defense of a fellow cricketer, reflecting his stance on accountability and…

2 outlets · 3 reports

Reported by Times of India, Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Faf du Plessis told Steven Smith he did nothing wrong and to stay strong

Faf du Plessis told Steven Smith he did nothing wrong and to stay strong, noting that despite the acrimonious Sandpapergate series the two captains felt…

Why it matters — Followers of du Plessis may note his supportive stance toward a rival captain, reflecting his leadership style.

1 outlet

Reported by ESPNcricinfo.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Steve Smith reaches 11,000 Test runs, joining Ponting and Border in elite Australian club and becoming fifth‑fastest to the milestone

The Times of India reported that Steve Smith reached 11,000 Test runs during the second Test against South Africa, scoring 28 runs off 88 balls before being…

Why it matters — Reaching 11,000 Test runs places Smith among Australia’s all‑time greats and highlights his consistency.

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetAppearance

Steve Smith cleared of concussion after helmet blow and returns to field, taking a catch to dismiss Kyle Verreynne

Steve Smith was struck by a delivery during Australia's second innings, passed concussion tests and was cleared to play.

Why it matters — Fans of Steve Smith would note his quick return from a concussion assessment and his on‑field contribution in a key…

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Steve Smith cleared of concussion and returned to the field on Day 5 of the Durban Test against Australia

Steve Smith was cleared of concussion after clinical assessments and rejoined play on Day 5 of the Durban Test against Australia.

Why it matters — Supporters will want to know he is medically cleared and able to compete again in the series.

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Steve Smith to undergo second concussion test after blow to the head in Durban Test vs South Africa

Steve Smith will be assessed for concussion, undergoing a second test after a blow to the head that kept him off the field for Australia on the fourth day of…

Why it matters — Fans will want to know his health status and ability to play in upcoming matches.

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Steven Smith missed the field after being hit on the head by a bouncer from Anrich Nortje

ESPNcricinfo reported Steven Smith did not take the field after a blow to the head while batting.

Why it matters — Fans would want to know his health status and whether he will be available for upcoming matches.

1 outlet · 2 reports

Reported by ESPNcricinfo.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Nathan Lyon says he is extremely grateful to Steve Smith for his record‑setting slips catches in the first Test at Kingsmead

Nathan Lyon said he was extremely grateful to Steve Smith for the Australian’s record‑setting slips catches, which made Smith the highest catcher in Test…

Why it matters — Lyon’s gratitude highlights his appreciation for a teammate’s historic catching, showing his perspective on the team's…

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetPerformanceImportant

Steve Smith overtakes Joe Root to become record-holder for most Test catches

The Hindustan Times reported that Steve Smith overtook Joe Root to become the record-holder for most catches in Test cricket, adding three spectacular catches…

Why it matters — Fans would note Smith's new record highlights his fielding excellence.

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetPerformanceImportant

Steve Smith scripts history, breaks Root's Test record in South Africa Test

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1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetPerformanceImportant

Steve Smith falls as Australia lose fourth wicket in SA vs AUS 1st Test

Steve Smith was dismissed, and Australia lost their fourth wicket in the first Test against South Africa.

Why it matters — Followers monitor Smith's form, and his dismissal directly affects Australia's performance in the series.

2 outlets

Reported by Times of India, Hindustan Times.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Alvin Naicker says Warner, Smith and Bancroft’s tampering plot was caught on camera

Alvin Naicker, who oversaw the live broadcast of the Third Test at Newlands, said the tampering plot involving David Warner, Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft…

Why it matters — Fans of Warner and Smith would care because it alleges they were involved in a tampering incident captured during a…

1 outlet

Reported by Hindustan Times.
ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetAppearance

Steve Smith returns to South Africa, prompting commentary on his self-awareness

Steve Smith returned to South Africa. The Hindu described him as a modern great but said the focus on how his actions affected him rather than his team…

Why it matters — Followers may note how his return and the discussion of his personal focus could influence views of his character and…

1 outlet

Reported by The Hindu.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet

Steve Smith recalls Sandpapergate, detailing his role in the ball‑tampering scandal

In an interview, Steve Smith said he still has flashbacks about the Sandpapergate incident.

Why it matters — Followers of Steve Smith would care because it provides his personal recollection of a major scandal that affected his…

1 outlet

Reported by Times of India.
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ReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yetInterview

Steve Smith says he remains traumatised by 2018 ball‑tampering scandal

Steve Smith said he is still traumatised by the aftermath of the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal and that he continues to get flashbacks.

Why it matters — Followers learn that Smith is still emotionally affected by the scandal that impacted his career.

1 outlet

Reported by BBC Sport.
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