Steve Smith
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Steve Smith vs Virat Kohli: Stats comparison after 123 Test matches
Cricket | Jan 06, 2026, 12:46 PM ISTSteve Smith finally converted his start in the fifth and final Ashes Test, notching up his 37th century in the longest format of the game. On that note, let us have a look at his stats comparison with Virat Kohli as both players have 123 Tests:
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Steve Smith leaves behind Shubman Gill, Kane Williamson in WTC with 37th Test century in Ashes
Cricket | Jan 06, 2026, 11:57 AM ISTSteve Smith notched up his 37th century in the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney on the third day to put Australia into the ascendancy in the first innings. With this ton, Smith surpassed India's Test skipper Shubman Gill in a major WTC record and also left Kane Williamson behind.
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Steve Smith dismisses retirement speculations, says 'I am just enjoying my cricket'
Cricket | Jan 03, 2026, 08:02 AM ISTAustralia's stand-in Test captain Steve Smith has confirmed that he is not following Usman Khawaja's footsteps and will not retire from Test cricket as of now. He also stated that he is enjoying his cricket at the moment and there isn't any need to step away.
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Steve Smith criticises MCG pitch for Boxing Day Test after loss to England
Cricket | Dec 27, 2025, 12:59 PM ISTEngland defeated Australia inside two days in the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to end the 15-year win drought down under. Meanwhile, Steve Smith has criticised the pitch on offer at the MCG stating that it was heavily in favour of the bowlers.
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England level India's WTC record with first-ever Test win in Australia since 2011
Cricket | Dec 27, 2025, 11:54 AM ISTEngland won the fourth Ashes Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in just two days to end their winning drought down under after almost 15 years. This is their first-ever Test win in Australia since 2011 but they have already lost the Ashes.
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Steve Smith on course to surpass Virat Kohli in elite list during Boxing Day Test vs England at MCG
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 12:39 PM ISTSteve Smith will lead Australia in the Boxing Day Test with Pat Cummins rested and is closing in on a major milestone. Just two catches will take him past Virat Kohli on the all-time international catches list as Australia chase a 4-0 Ashes lead.
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Steve Smith to return as Australia captain in Boxing Day Test vs England? Veteran shares update
Cricket | Dec 25, 2025, 10:14 AM ISTSteve Smith has confirmed that he is fit to play the fourth Ashes Test against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The veteran will also lead the side as regular captain Pat Cummins is ruled out for the remainder of the series. Australia lead Ashes 3-0.
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Steve Smith shares details of his injury that ruled him out of third Ashes Test in Adelaide
Cricket | Dec 24, 2025, 11:18 PM ISTSteve Smith missed the third Ashes Test due to vertigo, struggling to track the ball and feeling dizzy. Replaced by Usman Khawaja, he will return for the fourth Test and use specialised exercises and anti-glare patches to manage the condition.
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Why is Steve Smith not playing for Australia vs England in 3rd Ashes Test in Adelaide?
Cricket | Dec 17, 2025, 06:47 AM ISTThe third Ashes Test between Australia and England got underway today at the Adelaide Oval. Both teams had announced their playing XIs well before the match but the hosts suffered a blow as their premier batter Steve Smith missed out on the morning of the Test. Here's why he is not playing:
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Greatest ever 'there's always a tweet?': Archer's 12-year-old post goes viral after Smith's knock
Cricket | Dec 07, 2025, 09:09 PM ISTSteve Smith, Jake Weatherald and Travis Head just took 10 overs combined to knock off the 65-run target to win the second Ashes Test for Australia by eight wickets. It was a slaughterhouse in Gabba for England and it will be difficult and equally challenging for the visitors to comeback from 0-2.
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How many runs does Steve Smith need to surpass Joe Root on most runs in Test history list?
Cricket | Dec 05, 2025, 09:30 PM ISTJoe Root and Steve Smith are among the two best batters in Test cricket at the moment. Root is currently the second highest run-scorer in Test cricket and is running behind Sachin Tendulkar. Meanwhile, Steve Smith is behind Root on the list. How many runs does he need?
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Why is Steve Smith wearing anti-glare strips on cheekbone in pink ball Ashes Test at Gabba?
Cricket | Dec 05, 2025, 01:08 PM ISTAustralia captain Steve Smith was spotted batting with anti-glare strips on Day 2 of the pink-ball Test at the Gabba. The veteran revealed the reason ahead of the match, stating that it helps him block the glare that the floodlights usually produce.
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Steve Smith creates new Test record against England, surpassing Greg Chappell in elite list
Cricket | Dec 04, 2025, 03:32 PM ISTAustralia's Stand-by captain Steve Smith now holds the record for most catches against England in Test cricket history. He surpassed the legendary Greg Chappell in the elite record list. In the meantime, Zak Crawley and Joe Root did well for the visitors, but they would hope for more.
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Cameron Green, Jamie Smith, Steve Smith among 1355 players registered for IPL 2026 mini-auction
Cricket | Dec 01, 2025, 11:56 PM IST1355 players, including top Indian stars like Venkatesh Iyer and international names such as Cameron Green and Steve Smith, have registered for the IPL 2026 mini-auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. IPL will soon release the players list with the base prices.
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Steve Smith tests anti-glare eye patches ahead of pink ball Gabba Ashes Test
Cricket | Nov 30, 2025, 11:18 PM ISTSteve Smith tested black anti-glare strips during Australia’s Brisbane training as he searches for solutions to his long-standing pink-ball struggles. With the Gabba day-night Ashes Test approaching, his experiment adds intrigue as Australia defend a 1–0 series lead.
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'They just don't forget': Darren Lehmann condemns England fans for constantly abusing Steve Smith
Cricket | Nov 24, 2025, 02:14 PM ISTFormer Australia cricketer Darren Lehmann recently came forward and slammed the English fans for abusing Steve Smith over the sandpaper gate incident and not letting him forget about the same, even years after it.
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‘My general knowledge isn’t great but it’s not as bad as ball tampering’ - Monty hits back at Smith
Cricket | Nov 20, 2025, 11:17 PM ISTMonty Panesar hit back at Steve Smith’s jab about his quiz-show blunders, saying his poor general knowledge “isn’t as bad as ball tampering.” The exchange revived memories of the Sandpaper Gate ahead of the Perth Ashes opener.
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Ashes 2025-26: England aim to end 15-year drought in Perth Test against injury-hit Australia
Cricket | Nov 20, 2025, 01:26 PM ISTThe much-awaited Ashes series is set to get underway on Friday, November 21, at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Injuries have hit Australia with Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, while England have all fit players which gives them a chance to end a 15-year drought down under.
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Beau Webster left out, two debutants named in Australia's playing XI for first Ashes Test
Cricket | Nov 20, 2025, 10:31 AM ISTAustralia are set to field two debutants together in their Test XI for the first time since 2019 as they continue the transition in the longest format of the game, while still having the experienced cream feature as the hosts look to start the Ashes on a winning note in Perth against England.
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What can Australia learn from Team India to beat England in Ashes?
Cricket | Nov 19, 2025, 06:46 PM ISTIndia levelled the five-match series against England 2-2 earlier this year, away from home, despite not having the likes of Kohli, Rohit and Ashwin, who retired. Australia are also missing key players at least in the first Test. What can they learn from Team India to beat England in the Ashes?