HISTORICAL FACTS: 34 - The Untold Story

Smith won't entertain selection issue if move backfires

Steve Smith expects the freedom of more attacking cricket at the top of the Test order, but hasn't considered what it means for his spot if the move fails.

AAP · Jan 14, 2024

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

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. 3 and he likes the challenge of facing the new ball.

The Hindu · Jan 13, 2024

Warner sees clear upside in Smith's shift to the top

David Warner has declared Steve Smith's move to the top of the Test order will play into Australia's hands by forcing bowlers to change tactics against him.

AAP · Jan 13, 2024

Smith points to new-ball success to back opener move

Steve Smith considered previous successes against the new ball, including in his Bradman-esque 2019 Ashes, before moving to the top of Australia's Test order.

AAP · Jan 12, 2024

Warner touches down at SCG in helicopter

David Warner landed on the SCG in a helicopter to play in the BBL Sydney Smash, while Steve Smith hit balls in the nets and Sean Abbott arrived by bicycle.

AAP · Jan 12, 2024

More logic than conspiracy in Cameron Bancroft’s Test squad omission

While some western observers might like to assume an agenda, the facilitation of Cameron Green’s return makes cricketing sense.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2024

Watch: Novak Djokovic plays cricket, Steve Smith enjoys tennis with Australian Open champion

NEW DELHI: Fans at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne were up for a treat on Thursday as they witnessed tennis legend Novak Djokovic and cricket stalwart Steve Smith having a blast together on court ahead of the Australian Open.

The Times of India · Jan 11, 2024

Djokovic shows he's the Melbourne Park king once more

World No.1 Novak Djokovic has stolen the show at a charity night for the Australian Open Foundation at Melbourne Park.

AAP · Jan 11, 2024

How Renshaw thrived during 'weird' time in Test cricket

Recalled Matt Renshaw admits he was once a naive Test cricketer but found the key to unlocking his best during what was a mentally challenging six months.

AAP · Jan 10, 2024

Australia’s divisive Steve Smith selection ensures sandpaper scandal still casting shadow

Specialist opener Cameron Bancroft has been overlooked as Smith moves up the order to replace the retired David Warner, Harry Latham-Coyle outlines how the three primary antagonists remain intertwined six years on from the ball-tampering affair in Cape Town

The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2024