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Steve Smith

Steve Smith Australian Cricketer

Height: 1.76 m DOB: June 2, 1989, Sydney, New South Wales

Having started his career as a leg spinner and a tail-ender in international cricket, Steve Smith rode on his consistency to become the number one Test batsman in ICC Rankings. He made his debut against Pakistan in 2010 at the 'Mecca of Cricket' Lord's. It was a disastrous debut for the former Australian skipper as he scored 1 and 12 runs in successive innings, though he was decent with the bowl as he picked up three wickets in second innings while he did not get chance to ball in the first innings. He marked his name in international cricket in 2013 Ashes, where he scored his first Test century at Oval. Despite having an unorthodox batting stance, Smith suddenly started dominating Test cricket as he has the ability to play both fast and spin bowlers. The 2014-2015 series against India was the path-breaking series for the Aussie as he scored four centuries. It was in the same summer when he was appointed as Australia's 45th Test captain in place of injured Michael Clarke. Everything was going right for the right-handed batsman but suddenly life took a U-turn and he got involved in the ball-tampering scandal with his two Australia teammates David Warner and Cameron Bancroft. The scandal, which rocked the cricket world, happened during a Test match against South Africa. Smith and Warner are suspended for One year while the young fast bowler Bancroft is suspended for nine months.

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Ben Stokes

England have earned the right to be favourites for 2019 World Cup, says Ben Stokes

Cricket | May 24, 2019, 04:02 PM IST

Ben Stokes said that the tag was a result of the performance that his team has put up day in and day out over the last few seasons.

Justin Langer compares 'comeback man' Steve Smith to Sachin Tendulkar

Justin Langer compares 'comeback man' Steve Smith to Sachin Tendulkar

Cricket | May 19, 2019, 06:51 PM IST

Comparing Smith to master blaster Sachin Tendulkar was a huge compliment that also sent out a warning to rivals teams ahead of the World Cup beginning on May 30.

Australia 2019 ICC World Cup

David Warner and Steve Smith are ready to face fire in England, says coach Langer

Cricket | May 19, 2019, 01:09 PM IST

Langer admitted that controlling the crowd is not their hands but urged the fans to treat Warner and Smith as human beings, prone to committing mistakes. 

2019 ICC World Cup

Simon Katich feels fitting Warner, Smith inclusion in XI is happy headache

Cricket | May 19, 2019, 10:51 AM IST

For the defending champions, the primary selection question centres on how to fit in Aaron Finch, Usman Khawaja and Warner into the top three.

Exclusive | Steve Smith's role behind Shreyas Gopal's 'big night' in Bangalore

Exclusive | Steve Smith's role behind Shreyas Gopal's 'big night' in Bangalore

Cricket | May 15, 2019, 08:31 AM IST

Shreyas Gopal revealed how Steve Smith helped him take the hat-trick wicket of Marcus Stoinis at the M. Chinnaswamy -- his home ground for 10 months in a year.

Steve Smith in best physical condition of his life: Justin Langer

Steve Smith in best physical condition of his life: Justin Langer

Cricket | May 10, 2019, 06:40 PM IST

Langer said one of Smith's goals when he started serving his one-year ban following the 2018 Newlands ball-tampering scandal was to return to the squad in better physical shape.

Steve Smith

Steve Smith has got his timing and class back, says Australia skipper Aaron Finch

Cricket | May 10, 2019, 05:06 PM IST

Back after a year's suspension for his involvement in ball-tampering scandal, Smith was scratchy during 2019 IPL but found his mojo back with unbeaten 89 and 91 against New Zealand.

Steve Smith returns with big runs in Australia's World Cup warmups

Steve Smith returns with big runs in Australia's World Cup warmups

Cricket | May 10, 2019, 04:01 PM IST

Australia won the unofficial practice series 2-1, clinching the third game on the Duckworth-Lewis method when bad light stopped play on Friday.

The duo returned to Australian team earlier this week after

Steve Smith shines but David Warner fails on duo's second game

Cricket | May 08, 2019, 03:04 PM IST

Steve Smith shined with the bat for Australia against New Zealand XI in the second match since his return, but David Warner lasted only six balls. 

David Warner

David Warner handed new role on return to Australian side in practice game against New Zealand XI

Cricket | May 06, 2019, 04:37 PM IST

Captain Aaron Finch and Usman Khawaja opened the innings for Australia XI despite Steve Smith and David Warner returning to the side after serving their bans.

Steve Smith, David Warner will get untitled leadership roles in World Cup: Justin Langer

Steve Smith, David Warner will get untitled leadership roles in World Cup: Justin Langer

Cricket | May 03, 2019, 05:41 PM IST

Australian coach Justin Langer said both Smith and Warner would be part of the leadership group within the World Cup squad.

Steve Smith's workhorse-like IPL ride statement for critics

Steve Smith's workhorse-like IPL ride statement for critics

Cricket | May 01, 2019, 04:41 PM IST

While Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Warner had a dream return to the IPL, Smith's journey this season can be easily termed as a mixed bag.

David Warner and Steve Smith

IPL 2019: David Warner, Steve Smith prove setbacks are temporary but class is permanent

Cricket | May 01, 2019, 08:58 AM IST

David Warner left IPL 2019 as the highest run-getter with 692 runs from 12 games while Steve Smith's captaincy has given Rajasthan the hope of qualifying for the playoffs.

Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2019, RCB vs RR: Rajasthan aim to keep playoffs hopes alive against bottom-placed Bangalore

Cricket | Apr 30, 2019, 09:25 AM IST

Rajasthan, with 10 points from 12 games, still have a theoretical chance to make it to the playoffs, provided they do not lose any of their remaining two matches.

Steve SMith, IPL

IPL has helped me prepare for 50-over cricket, says Steve Smith ahead of World Cup

Cricket | Apr 29, 2019, 10:55 PM IST

While serving their bans, Smith and Warner had participated in several T20 competitions, including in Canada and the Caribbean, in their bid to get play time.

Steve Smith

IPL 2019, RR vs SRH: Steve Smith wants to end his campaign on a winning note

Cricket | Apr 28, 2019, 08:51 AM IST

Steve Smith will play his last game of this year's IPL against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 30 at the M.Chinnaswamy.

Steve Smith

IPL 2019: Steve Smith hopes to contribute more before leaving for World Cup camp following RCB game

Cricket | Apr 26, 2019, 09:29 AM IST

Steve Smith said that Rajasthan Royals will miss the England pair of Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes, who also flew to England after the end of the KKR game.

IPL 2019, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals: Probable Playing 11 of KKR vs RR and Match Pred

IPL 2019, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals: Probable Playing 11 of KKR vs RR and Match Predictions

Cricket | Apr 25, 2019, 09:43 AM IST

IPL 2019, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals: Here is the Probable Playing 11 of KKR vs RR and what to expect from the big clash on Thursday night.

IPL 2019

IPL 2019, KKR vs RR: Kolkata, Rajasthan lock heads in do-or-die clash at Eden Gardens

Cricket | Apr 25, 2019, 09:13 AM IST

Kolkata Knight Riders have suffered five defeats on the trot and one more could virtually end their playoffs chances while Rajasthan Royals will need to win their remaining four to stay in contention mathematically.

IPL 2019, RR vs DC: Probable Playing 11 of Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals and Match Predictions

IPL 2019, RR vs DC: Probable Playing 11 of Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals and Match Predictions

Cricket | Apr 22, 2019, 10:58 AM IST

Find out which players are most likely to leave the biggest impact during RR vs DC tonight.

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