Bharat Express

Steve Smith

The Australian batter played 170 ODIs, scoring 5727 runs with 12 centuries. He won two ODI World Cups and leaves as one of the country’s most prolific cricketers.

Ricky Ponting has backed Jake Fraser-McGurk to replace injured Matt Short as Australia’s opener in the CT 2025 semi-final against India.

Australia has named Cooper Connolly as the replacement for injured Matthew Short ahead of their semi-final against India in the CT 2025.

Selection chair George Bailey said he believed Australia has a well-balanced squad and is confident of a strong showing in the ninth edition of the T20 World Cup.

The five time champions ( 1987, 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2015 ) are the only team to lift the coveted trophy in all the five continents.

Steve Smith had started walking back to the dressing room when he turned on his heels, with TV umpire Nitin Menon giving the decision in his favour.

Ahead of his historic match, the seasoned player resorted to social media to deliver a magnificent message to his fans.

The victory against England in the WTC final last week has given Australia the advantage, but England has been playing a fierce brand of cricket known as the "Bazball" under Ben Stokes.