Australia is preparing to take on England in the third Test of the Ashes series, set to commence on July 6 at Headingley. The team, led by Pat Cummins, aims to secure a victory in the third Test to clinch the five-match series, following their wins in the first two Tests at Edgbaston and Lord’s.
In the lead-up to the crucial third Test, all eyes are on Steven Smith, the remarkable Australian batsman, and his uncanny understanding of his own bats. Building anticipation, Cricket.com.au shared a video on Twitter where Smith was blindfolded and challenged to identify his bats solely by their distinct characteristics.
“Steve Smith’s exceptionally talented – but can he identify six of his cricket bats out of a lineup, with a blindfold on?,” captioned Cricket.com.au alongside the intriguing video.
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After a lackluster performance in the first Ashes Test, Steven Smith made an emphatic comeback in the second Test. The 34-year-old displayed his brilliance by scoring a magnificent century, marking his 32nd century in Test cricket.
Steve Smith’s exceptionally talented – but can he identify six of his cricket bats out of a line up, with a blindfold on? #Smith100 | #Ashes pic.twitter.com/e1i3vava9V
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) July 5, 2023
In the first innings of the second Test, Smith unleashed his prowess, smashing 110 runs off 184 balls, including 15 boundaries, at a strike rate of 59.78. Despite a relatively modest contribution of 34 runs in the second innings, his impact was undeniable, earning him the Player of the Match title.
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With 9113 runs, including 32 centuries and 37 half-centuries, in 99 Test matches, Smith boasts an impressive average of 59.56 and a strike rate of 53.77. His highest score of 239 stands as a testament to his batting prowess. Notably, Smith is the only player to surpass the 9000-run milestone before his 100th Test match, solidifying his status as a cricketing legend.
